The Faculty of Forensic & Legal Medicine

📢 Undergraduates — don’t forget to submit your poster entry for #FFLMConf26 by tomorrow!

Find out more and submit your entry here: https://tinyurl.com/mr2pfhzt

Get Involved - FFLM There are many opportunities to contribute to the FFLM. If you are interested in serving as a Senior Officer or participating on one of the FFLM committees, representing the FFLM at external committees and working groups or reviewing e-learning modules, this is the page to find something to match your skills.

Are you an expert in forensic and legal medicine? We are recruiting a Lead MFFLM Part 1 & DLM Examiner

A legal qualification, with experience in the medico-legal field is required

Apply now to shape the future of the specialty!

See here: https://tinyurl.com/24fn98cu

#ForensicMedicine #ExamLead

Are you interested in exhibiting at #FFLMConf26?

Exhibiting provides an excellent opportunity to raise your profile and connect with leading figures in healthcare, academia, and policy. Find out more here ➡️ https://fflm.ac.uk/annual-conference-2026

Don’t forget — our Virtual Adult Safeguarding Day is coming up soon, and it’s free to attend!

Join us for sessions on:

▪️ Coercion and Control in the Court of Protection
▪️ OPCAT and the National Preventive Mechanism
▪️ Domestic Abuse in Pregnancy

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/5n7bs5be

📢 Calling all undergraduates! Have you entered the poster competition at #FFLMConf26?

Poster content can relate to:

🔹General Forensic Medicine
🔹Sexual Offence Medicine
🔹Medico-legal or Dento-legal Medicine
🔹Forensic Pathology
🔹Coronial System

More details here: https://tinyurl.com/mr2pfhzt

In case you missed it — the latest Forensic Science Subcommittee (FSSC) newsletter is out now.

This edition highlights the launch of an Early Evidence Kit (EEK) Working Group and explores the key questions discussed at the November 2025 FSSC meeting.

Read it here: https://tinyurl.com/p7s8pfp2

Have you registered for #FFLMConf26?

📝 Two days of informative scientific sessions

🌐 Company exhibition

🥂Gala dinner

🏆Undergraduate Poster Prize

And much more! Find out more and register today ➡️ https://fflm.ac.uk/annual-conference-2026/

Share “A Day in the Life” with the FFLM! - FFLM We’re looking for members to give a glimpse into their work and experiences through a short video. This is a fantastic opportunity to show what life is really like in your role and help raise awareness of the vital contributions made by those working in forensic and legal medicine. By sharing your perspective, you’ll not […]

Want to show what your work really looks like?

We’re inviting members to share a short video that gives a genuine glimpse into your day and highlights the incredible range of professionals in forensic and legal medicine

Keen to take part? More details here: https://tinyurl.com/yxcs5zxt

There is just over 1️⃣ week left to submit your entry to the Undergraduate Student Poster Competition at #FFLMConf26!

Submit your forensic or legal medicine poster for a chance to win £150 worth of book tokens!🤩

Deadline: Sunday 08 March. Details & submission: ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/5frd5w7k

Join us on 18 March, 13:00–14:00, for a webinar with Dr Elisabeth Alton on capacity assessments under the Mental Capacity Act 2005.

Free for FFLM members and £10 for non‑members

Book here: https://tinyurl.com/49a43ukd

Consultations - FFLM Faculty of Forensic & Legal Medicine (FFLM) response to HM Government’s Deaths in Police Custody: Progress Update – December 2018 https://fflm.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/healthcare-detainees-press-release.pdf https://fflm.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/News-Release-Final.pdf

Have your say in national consultations that shape our practice. As we prepare the FFLM’s responses, we’d love to include your views on:

🔹 Establishing the Child Protection Authority in England
🔹 Proposed Changes to Penalties for Motoring Offences

More details here: https://tinyurl.com/trzwtrck

💡 Programme highlight at #FFLMConf26!

Don't miss the parallel session “FSR Code V2 in Action: What we've learned from applying in SARC and how to apply in Custody”, on 08 May, delivered by Dr Marc Bailey, Forensic Science Regulator.

See more conference sessions ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/2y4j3mpk

Just two months to go until our Virtual Adult Safeguarding Day!

Join us for sessions on:

▪️ Coercion and Control in the Court of Protection
▪️ OPCAT and the National Preventive Mechanism
▪️ Domestic Abuse in Pregnancy

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/5n7bs5be

Sponsorship Opportunities - FFLM Our Annual Conference is a key date in the calendar for those working in the field of Forensic and Legal Medicine (FLM). Participating as a sponsor will allow you to enhance your profile and communicate with your target audience, Take a look at our sponsorship and exhibiting opportunities here.

Thinking about exhibiting at #FFLMConf26?

Showcase your work, meet sector leaders, and spark new collaborations.

More details here: https://tinyurl.com/3h27z74r

💡 Programme highlight at #FFLMConf26!

We look forward to having Katie Thomas, Willow House, SARC Manager, join us for “Long-Term Outcomes for Victims” on Saturday 09 May.

Find out more about this year’s programme 🔗 https://fflm.ac.uk/annual-conference-2026/

A reminder that the updated Recommendations for the Collection of Forensic Specimens from Complainants and Suspects is now available.

Access the latest version here: https://tinyurl.com/yc8pvut5

There are just over 2️⃣weeks to enter the Undergraduate Student Poster Competition! Categories: Forensic Medicine, Sexual Offence Medicine, Medico-legal, Pathology & Coronial System.

You could win £150 in book tokens! Enter: 🔗https://tinyurl.com/5frd5w7k

#FFLMConf26

Don’t forget to register for our upcoming webinar, AI in Healthcare!

📅 Mon 23 Feb | ⏰ 18:30–19:30

Gain practical insights into the risks and challenges of AI across clinical and organisational contexts

Free for FFLM members (£10 for non‑members)

https://fflm.ac.uk/event/webinar-ai-in-healthcare

💡 Programme highlight at #FFLMConf26!

Join us on 09 May for “The Professional Witness: Challenges and Pitfalls”, delivered by Simon Jelf, Barrister and Expert Witness Trainer, Bond Solon.

Discover more about this year’s conference ➡️ https://fflm.ac.uk/annual-conference-2026/

📢 FINAL REMINDER!

Today is the last day to redeem the early bird discount for #FFLMConf2026, taking place on 08 and 09 May at Leonardo Royal St Paul's, London!

Make sure to register before midnight tonight and make the most of these savings 🔗 https://fflm.ac.uk/annual-conference-2026/

✨ Preparing for the MFFLM or LFFLM Part 2 Exam?

📅 Join us on Sat 28 Feb for a dedicated Revision Day

Gain expert guidance and practical insights, including OSCE role‑play with simulated patients

📌 Full details & booking: https://tinyurl.com/269f6pdm

💡 Programme highlight at #FFLMConf26!

Don't miss Dr Heidi Hales, Consultant Adolescent Forensic Psychiatrist's session “Child Interviews: Navigating the Risks,” on Saturday 09 May at this year’s conference!

Explore the programme ➡️ https://fflm.ac.uk/annual-conference-2026/

There are just 2️⃣days left to redeem the early bird discount for #FFLMConf2026!

Make sure to register before midnight on the 14 to join us at Leonardo Royal St Paul's, London on 08 and 09 May for this year’s annual conference 🔗 https://fflm.ac.uk/annual-conference-2026/

Professional judgement in Forensic & Legal Medicine (FLM) Professional judgement in forensic & legal medicine (FLM) refers to the ability of healthcare professionals (HCPs) to use their knowledge, experience,…

📢 In case you missed it: 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗝𝘂𝗱𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗰 & 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗲

Published in the Journal of Forensic and Legal Medicine, this paper highlights how professionals use judgement in complex cases—always keeping patients at the centre of care

🔗 Read here: https://tinyurl.com/ymnwef6k

📢 Undergraduates: Enter the Poster Presentation section at our Annual Conference on 08 - 09 May 2026! Abstracts can cover: forensic, medico-legal, coronial medicine & more.

🏆A prize of £150 book tokens will be awarded!

Submit yours before 08 March ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/5frd5w7k

#FFLMConf26

Forensic science activities: interpretation and communication (FSR-GUI-0004) This guidance applies to all practitioners and sets out principles and expectations for interpretation and communications of observations from FSAs.

📢 In case you missed it: the Forensic Science Regulator has published guidance – FSR‑GUI‑0004: Interpretation and Communication of Forensic Science Activities (26 Jan 2026)

Essential reading for all practitioners

Read more: https://tinyurl.com/mtx8392e

Forensic science activities: interpretation and communication (FSR-GUI-0004) This guidance applies to all practitioners and sets out principles and expectations for interpretation and communications of observations from FSAs.

📢 In case you missed it: the Forensic Science Regulator has published guidance – FSR‑GUI‑0004: Interpretation and Communication of Forensic Science Activities (26 Jan 2026)

Essential reading for all practitioners

Read more: https://tinyurl.com/mtx8392e

Don’t miss our upcoming webinar: AI in Healthcare
📅 Mon 23 Feb | ⏰ 18:30 - 19:30

Explore the risks and challenges posed by AI in healthcare, with practical guidance for clinicians, hospitals, insurers, and medical organisations

Register here: https://fflm.ac.uk/event/webinar-ai-in-healthcare

💡Programme highlight at #FFLMConf26!

We look forward to having Dr Bradley Hillier, Consultant Psychiatrist, join us for “Risk Factors: Mental Health” on Friday 08 May.

Find out more about this year’s programme 🔗 https://fflm.ac.uk/annual-conference-2026/

📢 The January 2026 Forensic Science Subcommittee (FSSC) newsletter is out now!

This edition covers the launch of an Early Evidence Kit (EEK) Working Group and the key questions discussed at the latest FSSC meeting.

Read it here: https://tinyurl.com/p7s8pfp2