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FTS is a UKAS-accredited laboratory providing expert drug, alcohol and DNA testing, supporting family law and safeguarding professionals with evidence that is clear, court-ready and rooted in forensic science.

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Quality

Our accreditation confirms that every stage of testing meets the highest quality standards.

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Our Mission

Our mission is to empower the courts to make the right decision in each family court case

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Sectors we Serve

Family Law

Family Court proceedings

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Sectors we Serve

FTS is a UKAS-accredited laboratory providing expert drug, alcohol and DNA testing, supporting family law and safeguarding professionals with evidence that is clear, court-ready and rooted in forensic science.

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Family Law Professionals

FTS exists to help professionals make safe, fair and evidence-based decisions in the family court system.

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Family Court proceedings

Forensic Testing Service (FTS) provides court-directed, laboratory drug, alcohol and DNA testing for family matters.

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Social Services & Safeguarding Teams

FTS supports social services teams with court-approved laboratory drug, alcohol and DNA testing in safeguarding and childcare cases.

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Our Services

We specialise in legally defensible, fully interpreted testing services for a range of substances and case types.

Our Services

Alcohol Testing

DNA Testing

Drug Testing

Our Services

FTS provides forensic drug, alcohol and DNA testing for professionals in family law, social care and safeguarding.

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Alcohol Testing

Includes both short and long-term alcohol use assessments, including biomarkers and hair analysis, to support safeguarding and court decisions.

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DNA Testing

Court-approved relationship and identity testing, delivered with discretion and clarity.

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Drug Testing

Comprehensive analysis for a wide range of illicit, prescribed and synthetic drugs, with expert interpretation tailored to each case.

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Hair Strand Alcohol

Hair strand alcohol testing forms part of FTS court-directed alcohol testing services, supporting legal and safeguarding proceedings where understanding alcohol consumption over time is essential

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Nail Drug Testing

Nail drug testing is a forensic method used to assess drug use over a longer period where other testing approaches may not be suitable.

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Hair Strand Drug Testing

Hair strand drug testing is a well-established forensic method used to support court-directed and legal investigations.

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Resource Hub

Our resources are tailored to the unique challenges of family law cases, with a particular focus on forensic testing for drugs and alcohol in hair samples.

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Videos

Our video hub is your dedicated resource for staying informed and confident in forensic drug and alcohol testing for family court proceedings.

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Case Studies

Our case studies showcase the vital role forensic testing plays in family law cases

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News & Insights

Explore the latest developments, expert insights, and breakthroughs in forensic testing and laboratory science.

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Our Webinars

Join our expert-led webinars to learn about the latest trends, techniques, and insights in forensic testing.

Interpreting Results

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Use our interactive calculator to estimate the time period your hair sample is likely to represent.

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FTS Sponsor Pepperells Solicitors Annual Awards 2022

FTS Sponsors Trainee of the Year at the Pepperells Solicitors Annual Awards 2022

FTS proudly sponsored the Executive Award at the 2022 and 2024 Pepperells Solicitors Annual Awards.

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FTS Holds Open Day At Head Office

FTS welcomed customers to its head office in Mirfield for its first open day, featuring expert presentations, facility tours and live sample collection demonstrations.

Fts Scores 78 In Latest Net Promoter Scores

FTS scores 78 in latest Net Promoter Scores

FTS achieved a Net Promoter Score of 78, up from 37, reflecting improved customer satisfaction and a continued commitment to service excellence.

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FTS Director Paul Hunter Hosts Drug Testing Webinar

FTS Technical Director Paul Hunter hosted a webinar covering drug and alcohol screening, expert reporting and different testing methods, answering questions from attendees.

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FTS Staff Make Donation To The Clothing Bank

FTS staff donated clothing and footwear to The Clothing Bank, supporting its work providing essential items to families and individuals in need.

Unprecedented Growth In Legal Highs

Unprecedented Growth in ‘Legal Highs’ Across the World

Explore the rapid global growth of ‘legal highs’, with hundreds of new synthetic drugs emerging worldwide and growing concerns about their use among young people.

Foetal Alcohol Syndrome

Rise in the Number of Foetal Alcohol Syndrome Cases

Explore the reported rise in foetal alcohol syndrome cases in the UK and concerns about the impact of alcohol consumption during pregnancy.

Deaths From Legal Highs Soar By 700 Per Cent As Uk Faces New Drug Crisis

Deaths from legal highs soar by 700 per cent as UK faces new drug crisis

Read about the sharp rise in deaths linked to so-called ‘legal highs’ in the UK, and growing concerns about their use, health risks and the need for stronger regulation.

The Uk Is The Only Country In Western Europe Except Finland Where Liver Disease Has Increased In The Last Three Decades

The UK is the only country in western Europe except Finland where liver disease has increased In the last three decades

Explore concerns over rising liver disease rates in the UK, highlighting the impact of alcohol consumption and growing public health challenges.

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