DNA expert to lead Scotland's forensic service

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DNA expert to lead Scotland's forensic service

Scotland's forensic service is getting a new leader who is an expert in DNA technology. Fiona Douglas is stepping up.

Date - 25th August 2021
By - Chris Smith

The new head of Scotland’s forensic services is one of the country’s top experts on DNA – and an internal promotion. Fiona Douglas has been announced as the Scottish Police Authority’s new Director of Forensic...

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