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Were two children being exposed to drugs?
See how testing children at the centre of family court proceedings can help get the best outcome.
Has this person used Cocaine in the past 3 months?
FTS model of best practice shows how hair segmentation and expert interpretation of data were vital for the right outcome […]
Has this person used Heroin in the past 3 months?
See how FTS model of best practice played a part in the court’s decision-making process regarding a child’s residence.
What to expect at your hair strand collection appointment
When a drug or alcohol hair strand test is requested, it is often during a time of uncertainty and stress for a family. Our mission at FTS is simple: […]
Remembering Sir James Munby, a Giant of Family Justice
Forensic Testing Service (FTS) is saddened to learn of the passing of Sir James Munby, the former President of the […]
Congratulations to the 2025 Family Law Awards winners
FTS congratulates the winners and nominees of the recent 2025 Family Law Awards. The prestigious awards reflect the tireless work […]
Setting the record straight: why cut-off levels are still not the answer in testing
Many testing companies doggedly continue to advocate for Society of Hair Testing (SoHT) cut-off levels as an alleged basis for […]
What the Law Says About Hair Strand Testing (HST)
Over the past 15 years, UK case law has made it clear that hair strand testing is expert opinion evidence […]
Ketamine: the value of confirmatory testing and experts
The use of ketamine is on the rise in the UK, particularly among young people. Recent media reports have highlighted […]