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A year leading the way: Our 2025 in review
FTS are driving reform in drug and alcohol testing and interpretation to ensure fair, legally compliant evidence in family court.
FTS on the Road: Autumn 2025 Events and Exhibitions
Attended key autumn events to share expertise, building connections and support best practice in forensic testing.
Analysis of Vanillin (Vanilla Extract) in the Reporting of a Bespoke Alcohol Assessment
Finding the source of ethanol consumed in complex child-care proceedings.
How testing a child for exposure can change the outcome in family courts.
See how testing a child for exposure to drugs changed everything.
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?
Hair segmentation and expert interpretation were critical to determine cocaine use over time and supported the correct 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
Every collection is carefully managed, from appointment scheduling to client questionnaires, to maintain a robust chain of custody.
Remembering Sir James Munby, a Giant of Family Justice
Reflecting on Sir James Munby’s legacy of transparency, fairness and proper scrutiny of evidence in family justice.