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Why we think cut-off levels are inappropriate for the family courts

Why we think cut-off levels are inappropriate for the family courts Recent debate on the limitations of The Society of Hair Testing (SoHT) cut-off levels has prompted concerning remarks from industry...
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Emerging Drug Trends in the UK: Testing for new substances in the family courts

According to the Office of National Statistics (ONS) there were “5,448 deaths related to drug poisoning registered in England and Wales in 2023 - the highest number since records began in 1993 and 1...
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How hair strand testing supports the Public Law Outline (PLO) process

Central to many childcare proceedings is the use of forensic testing to determine patterns of drug or alcohol use by a parent. Public Law Outline (PLO) proceedings aim to resolve such cases swiftly, w...
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Setting the Standard in Sample Collections

At Forensic Testing Service (FTS), we take pride in delivering expert forensic toxicology services across the UK. Our commitment to accuracy, reliability, and professionalism is underpinned by a highl...
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Summary: Risks in the Misinterpretation of Drug Tests in Family Courts

FTS featured in news stories on drug testing in the family courts Two recent investigations, one by The Guardian and another by The Bureau of Investigative Journalism (TBIJ), have brought to light ...
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FTS Sponsor Award at Pepperells Solicitors Annual Awards 2024

Forensic Testing Service (FTS) is proud to have sponsored the Executive Award at the Annual Pepperells Solicitors' In-House Awards. This prestigious event, held to honour the dedication and achievemen...
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Should laboratory cut-off levels for drugs of abuse in hair and nail testing be abolished?

Should laboratory cut-off levels for drugs of abuse in hair and nail testing be abolished? The Society of Hair Testing (SoHT) laboratory cut-off levels were established 30 years ago following rudimen...
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Join us for our next online training session

We are pleased to offer another training session on Teams, during July. Course Subject - Best Practice in Hair Testing Training Date - 30th July Time - 14:00 - 15:30 What will be covered:...
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New – Listen to our podcast with Today’s Family Lawyer

Hair strand testing | Are children at risk from substance misuse? In this first episode of the second series of the Today's Family Lawyer podcast host David Opie discusses drug and alcohol testing ...
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FTS Joins Forces with Forensic Access Group

On the 24th October 2023, Forensic Testing Service (FTS) joined forces with the Forensic Access group of companies. This venture marks a very positive milestone for FTS, and further solidifies our ...
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