New Forensic Science Regulator appointed for England and Wales

The Forensic Science Regulator is responsible for ensuring that the provision of forensic science services across England and Wales meets the highest standards of quality and integrity. This includes assessing compliance, providing advice to ministers, setting quality standards and ensuring that all forensic science providers adhere to these standards.

Dr Bailey will work closely with the police service, forensic science providers and the legal profession to ensure that forensic science in England and Wales remains at the forefront of innovation and reliability.

Dr Bailey officially assumed his duties after Gary Pugh’s term in office concluded on 25 July.

Experience and expertise

Crime and Policing Minister Dame Diana Johnson said: “Dr Bailey brings a wealth of experience and expertise as the new Forensic Science Regulator.

This pivotal role is essential in ensuring the highest standards of forensic science are upheld.”

Dame Diana continued: “By setting rigorous standards and providing robust oversight, the Forensic Science Regulator will continue to ensure that forensic science supports the work of the police, allowing the investigation of crimes and bringing justice for victims. I would like to thank Gary Pugh for his previous work in this role.”

Dr Marc Bailey commented: “I’m delighted to be appointed to the post of Forensic Science Regulator. I look forward to enacting and developing the regulation of forensic science and working with the team members that support my role to ensure that the criminal justice system has full confidence in forensic science evidence.”