The Faculty of Forensic & Legal Medicine
The FFLM is a charity set up to develop and maintain the highest possible standards of competence and professional integrity in forensic and legal medicine. We are the home for all clinicians working within the field.
www.fflm.ac.uk
- Many people don’t know where to turn after rape or sexual assault. Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs) provide specialist support in safe, confidential settings. Services are available 24/7 — search NHS SARCs or visit NHS.uk/SARCs to find local centres #SARCs #ItsNotOk
- The updated Recommendations for the Collection of Forensic Specimens from Complainants and Suspects are now available. You can find the latest version on the FFLM website here: tinyurl.com/yc8pvut5
- 🐦 Reminder: Early Bird Deadline Extended The early bird discount for #FFLMConf2026 has been extended! Make sure to register by the 14 February to make the most of these great savings 🔗fflm.ac.uk/annual-conference-2026/
- It’s Sexual Abuse & Sexual Violence Awareness Week — and today is #TimeToTalk Day. Forensic work can take a real toll on well-being. Talking, peer support, and access to help matter. Well-being support and resources can be found here: fflm.ac.uk/wellbeing
- This Sexual Abuse & Sexual Violence Awareness Week, we restate our concerns about self-swab ‘rape kits’. Survivors need support from trained professionals—not DIY kits that risk care and justice. Read our joint statement here: tinyurl.com/4jf5xbca #ItsNotOk
- 💡 Programme highlight at #FFLMConf26! Don’t miss Dr Wrettham Ladbrooke-Chartres, Consultant Forensic & General Adult Psychiatrist, speaking on “Managing Self-Harm and Suicide Risk in Secure Settings.” Explore the programme ➡️ tinyurl.com/muz8pwzn
- Clinicians can find resources on the FFLM website to support their work in sexual assault services. Our updated after‑care fact sheet for complainants offers clear information on emergency contraception and sexual health: tinyurl.com/kwmnfjuc
- Sexual violence and abuse can affect anyone. Forensic Clinicians play a vital role—working in sexual assault services and custody settings to support survivors and help advance justice #ItsNotOk
- Sexual abuse and violence can happen anywhere. We have produced guidance for clinicians supporting individuals who have experienced a rape or sexual assault abroad. See here: tinyurl.com/2p9tpmwd #ItsNotOk
- The Crime Survey for England & Wales estimates that 1.9% of people 16 years+ experienced sexual assault (incl. attempts) in year ending Mar 2025 - around 900,000 people: tinyurl.com/yv8hydrz 15.9% of people aged 16+ (7.7 million) have experienced sexual assault (incl. attempts) #ItsNotOk
