The Forensic Science Regulator

The Forensic Science Regulator is an organization that sets standards and guidelines to ensure forensic science practices used in criminal investigations are reliable, accurate, and consistent. Their role is to support forensic laboratories and practitioners by promoting quality management, integrity, and continuous improvement. This helps maintain public confidence in forensic evidence used in court, ensuring that investigations and legal proceedings are based on trustworthy scientific analysis. The Regulator also reviews policies and provides advice to government and stakeholders to uphold high standards across forensic services.