Forensic Science Regulator Act 2021
Definition
UK legislation that gave the Forensic Science Regulator statutory power to require compliance with quality standards, investigate non-compliant providers, and publish compliance decisions. Converted the previously voluntary FSR Codes of Practice into a statutory obligation for criminal justice providers in England and Wales.
Related terms
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- Document Control
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- ENFSI (European Network of Forensic Science Institutes)
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- NABL T-126
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- NAS Report 2009
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- Open Proficiency Test
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- OSAC (Organisation of Scientific Area Committees)
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- The Future of Forensic RegulationUK statute that gave the Forensic Science Regulator in England and Wales statutory powers to issue legally binding Codes of Practice and Conduct, replacing the...