Forensic Services

We are delighted to be supporting #ScotAppWeek26 , showcasing the work our modern apprentices do for Forensic Services. The week recognises the contribution apprenticeships make in helping young people develop skills, gain qualifications and progress into sustained employment.

The @ScotPolAuth Forensic Services, the @UniStrathclyde, and the @dundeeuni @lrcfs have formed a partnership to bring the European Academy of Forensic Science (EAFS) conference to Scotland.

Europe's biggest forensic science event is confirmed for Scotland in 2028. Find out more here: spa.police.uk/news-insights/…

The latest Forensic Services Committee Meeting is taking place right now. Watch live here: Scottish Police Authority Forensic Services Committee - 5 February 2026 | Scottish Police Authority youtu.be/0RYY1HzeYXE

Tomorrow @AuditorGenScot will publish a joint report with @hmics that looks at best value arrangements across policing. Follow us for all the details.

Since the reform of policing in Scotland in 2013 a lot has been achieved. The service is well managed and led. But there's more to do, especially around workforce planning and management. My joint report with @hmics: bit.ly/Policing_BV

Here are some of our key commitments from the 2026/27 Scottish Budget. Visit the link to find out more: gov.scot/news/scottish-…

The #SPABoard meeting is meeting in Edinburgh this morning scrutinising the work of @PoliceScotland and @SPA_Forensics The session is being streamed live now and the agenda and papers can also be accessed: spa.police.uk/what-we-do/gov…

Another special day yesterday as we celebrated and recognised our staff and their achievements at the 2025 Forensic Services Excellence Awards. 94 colleagues rightly recognised for the outstanding contribution throughout the year. 👏👏👏

@SPA_Forensics Director Fiona Douglas has updated the #SPABoard on support for ongoing investigation into gang violence in the East & West of Scotland, & increasing demand for drug driving testing & analysis. Read report here: item-7-forensic-services-directors-report-final.pdf

Not one, not two, but three of our incredible staff will be taking part in this podcast. Find out further details below.

Incredibly proud and honoured of our fantastic colleague Carol Rogers on receiving this recognition. See more below.

@newscientist Thank you for the opportunity. We loved doing this.

Dexter’s role as a blood pattern expert is surprisingly accurate, at least to a point, but is stringing really used? Carol Rogers, lead scientist for sexual offences at the @SPA_Forensics, takes a look. Watch more: newscientist.com/video/2483618-…

We are incredibly honoured to announce Martin Fairley, Service Delivery Manager, has been recognised in the King's Birthday Honours List 2025 for his services to Criminal Justice. Martin received the Order of the British Empire (OBE) award on Friday, 13 June, 2025. Well deserved

@SPA_Forensics @SPA_Forensics has revised its Forensics Strategy which explains how the service will collaborate, adapt, improve and empower its workforce to continue to deliver high-quality forensic services to the criminal justice community in Scotland. More info here: spa.police.uk/spa-media/bbun…

We were delighted to be asked to take part in this. Don't worry, we won't ruin the show for you - we still love them. Check it out below.

Thank you to our colleagues from @PSOSDandG for their excellent hospitality yesterday allowing us to host our in-person recruitment event. An incredible, busy day with plenty of interaction with the public interested in a career in Forensic Services.

We are delighted to support Mental Health Awareness Week. Being part of a safe, positive community is vital for our mental health and wellbeing. If you are struggling, reach out to someone in your community. Support is available to everyone. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

The Forensic Services Committee is meeting tomorrow, Thursday 8 May from 10am. The papers for discussion are available to read on our website. Observers can also tune in to watch the meeting live. More here ➡️ spa.police.uk/what-we-do/gov… @SPA_Forensics

Join us tomorrow night and learn about our Search and Recovery Scene Examiner roles currently advertised. Want to work for us? Now is your opportunity to learn more. Register your interest now: policescotland-spacareers.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/…