Specialism: Forensic Science

Dec 9, 2024 • 2 mins read

From Sleigh Bells to Samples: Cansford at Christmas

Discover surprising Christmas insights with Cansford Labs! From festive facts about Santa’s beard to tackling serious issues like seasonal substance misuse, Cansford Labs expert team delivers fast, accurate hair, nail, and blood testing. Operating year-round with a focus on sustainability, Cansford Labs ensures timely results to support families, courts, and solicitors during the holidays. Learn more about how Cansford Labs balance science and seasonal cheer!

Our 3 working day turnaround time is a standard sample service – not a ‘paid for’ extra

Nov 20, 2024 • 2 mins read

Forensic Science

Our 3 working day turnaround time is a standard sample service – not a ‘paid for’ extra

In this piece Kim Bagley of Cansford Labs talks about the benefits of their 3 working day turnaround of sample collections for family law professionals

The role of hair strand testing in family court – a Cansford Labs case study

Oct 16, 2024 • 4 mins read

Forensic Science

The role of hair strand testing in family court – a Cansford Labs case study

In this case study from Cansford Laboratories look at the the critical role of hair strand testing in a recent case at the family court. Discussion highlights how the objective testing was beneficial to the case and informed the court decision.

Catch-up on-demand free webinar for family law professionals: Understanding alcohol testing in child protection cases

Sep 19, 2024 • 2 mins read

Forensic Science

Catch-up on-demand free webinar for family law professionals: Understanding alcohol testing in child protection cases

As a family law professional, staying updated on alcohol testing methods is crucial for child protection cases, but it can be challenging with a demanding caseload. Cansford Labs has released a free, on-demand webinar titled “Pints to Particles”, designed to enhance your knowledge at your convenience. The webinar covers key testing methods such as hair and blood tests, real-life case studies, and best practices for test selection, all explained in a simplified manner.

Sep 4, 2024 • 3 mins read

Forensic Science

The Wrong Type Of Milestone In Forensic Science

In this article, Alan Baker of Bericon Forensics, presents his views on the significant changes in the forensic science marketplace in England and Wales. Baker questions whether privatisation has worked for criminal justice.