Report Summary
This report provides members of the Forensic Services Committee with an overview of Forensic Services Framework Refresh.
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Meeting
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Forensic Services Committee - 3 February 2025
Date : 03 February 2025
Location : Online
Background
The Performance Framework outlines the key internal processes through which Forensic Services sets, delivers, monitors and reports on its priorities; as such it encompasses elements of strategy, business planning, financial planning, performance, people and risk management. Each of these aspects has a governance structure to provide assurance in reporting and accountability.
Forensic science is a rapidly changing landscape and must remain at the cutting edge of any scientific and technological advancements. However, this needs to be balanced by an ever-increasing demand for our services. The recent implementation of the Research, Development and Innovation Department will put Forensic Services in a stronger position to ensure that the public of Scotland receive a service of which to be proud and to future proof and innovate.
A Performance Framework is a tool designed to ensure our approach to managing performance is outcome focused, flexible and has a forward-thinking approach where new and emerging issues are considered.
Forensic Services have translated the strategic outcomes of our Forensic Strategy into measures which will align with the Scottish Government’s Justice Outcomes and the strategic aims of Police Scotland, COPFS and PIRC. The Performance Framework will demonstrate the value Forensic Services brings to the Criminal Justice System, as an outcome focused planning and performance approach to drive alignment and priorities.
