Forensic Capability Network

The Forensic Capability Network is the new organisation for forensic science in England and Wales. Our mission is to run the world’s most advanced and coordinated forensics network. We are the UK’s largest forensics network, supporting more than 4,000 specialists in 43 police forces and many law enforcement agencies with critical technology, advice and training. Funded by the Home Office and established in April 2020, FCN is hosted by Dorset Police and employs 27 highly skilled specialists nationwide. We provide members with a wide range of scientific, quality, operational and commercial services and products. These include new technology to digitally transfer evidence from crime scenes to laboratories and bureaux, tailored advice on raising quality standards and getting accredited, and brokering forensic services from other forces and industry. Our impact ranges from crime scene investigation, fingerprint enhancement labs and identification bureaux, to imaging and digital forensic units.