Basis of conclusions
Experts should list all variables considered and state whether the conclusion has been reached through training and personal experience or on any other basis such as statistical analysis.
Response
Accepted
Response
AcceptedJustice Secretary Kenny MacAskill responded on 15 December 2011, the day after the Fingerprint Inquiry report was published. The Scottish Government accepted the inquiry's recommendations. MacAskill stated: "I am confident that the recommendations from this Inquiry will further enhance these services." The Scottish Police Services Authority began drawing up an action plan to implement improvements in time for integration into the new Police Scotland in 2013.
Published Evidence
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Experts now required to list all variables considered and state the basis for their conclusions. Implemented as part of accredited methodology within SPA Forensic Services.
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UKAS accreditation requirements enforce standardised methodology for fingerprint comparison, including documentation of analysis process and basis of conclusions.