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The official twitter page of the SPA Forensic Services. To report a crime dial 101 or 999 in an emergency.
Joined March 2013
Not one, not two, but three of our incredible staff will be taking part in this podcast. Find out further details below.
Join us in 1935 as we discuss a case of stolen identity. A new series of the Inside Forensic Science #podcast , shortlisted for the UK Crime Awards 2025, is here. Please be aware that this series will discuss graphic content from the outset.
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Incredibly proud and honoured of our fantastic colleague Carol Rogers on receiving this recognition. See more below.
Today, QMU awarded an honorary degree to Carol Rogers, Scotland’s leading forensic scientist, in recognition of her unwavering commitment to justice. Find out more -
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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.
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RT @ScotPolAuth: @SPA_Forensics @SPA_Forensics has revised its Forensics Strategy which explains how the service will collaborate, adapt, i….
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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.
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:
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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.
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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
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RT @ScotPolAuth: The Forensic Services Committee is meeting tomorrow, Thursday 8 May from 10am. The papers for discussion are available to….
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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:
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RT @hmics: Being cited to appear in court as a prosecution witness can be an emotional experience? If you received a citation, what happene….
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We echo the words from SEMPER and wish our own colleagues and the communities of Scotland who are celebrating a very Happy Eid Mubarak. We hope you have a blessed day with your family and friends. #EidMubarak #Eid2025.
Wishing our colleagues and communities who are celebrating a very Happy Eid Mubarak. We hope you have a blessed day with your family and friends 🙏 #EidMubarak #Eid2025 #EidAlFitr
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Neurodiversity Celebration Week takes place from Monday, 17 March - Sunday, 23 March. It is about raising awareness and challenging misconceptions and stereotypes, breaking down barriers, and celebrating the incredible strengths and talents of neurodivergent individuals. #NCW
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Happy International Women’s Day. We are delighted to be supporting IWD, a day to celebrate the progress and achievements of women throughout the world. #InternationalWomensDay #AccelerateAction #IWD2025
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Delighted to support @ScienceWeekUK, a ten-day celebration of #STEM. Our scientists play a key role in delivering scientific excellence, and we thank them for their dedication to keeping the people of Scotland safe. Thank you for their contributions and their love of science.
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Coming soon📢. Ever wondered what real life scientists think of films and tv shows and how the science is depicted and if they do it justice? . We took part in an interview with @newscientist this week to discuss just that and our passion for science. Further details to follow.
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RT @ScotBiometrics: @ScotBiometrics @ScotPolAuth @lrcfs our joint Assurance Review on Policing use of DNA is laid in parliament today, read….
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RT @ScotBiometrics: Today, @ScotBiometrics Commissioner appeared on @BBCRadioScot Good Morning Scotland to discuss our latest Joint Assuran….
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RT @ScotBiometrics: @ScotBiometrics @ScotPolAuth @lrcfs our joint Assurance Review on Policing use of DNA is laid in parliament today, rea….
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RT @ScotBiometrics: @ScotBiometrics @ScotPolAuth @lrcfs our joint Assurance Review on Policing use of DNA is laid in parliament today, rea….
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RT @ScotPolAuth: @SPAForensicServices Director Fiona Douglas is updating the #SPABoard on issues including demand for drug driving testing….
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