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Randox Testing Services: Gold sponsor of 2016 IFDAT conference
The 24th-26th August sees the return of the annual International forum for Drug & Alcohol Testing (IFDAT). IFDAT is a non-profit organization with a board including members from Europe, South America, USA…
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Legal high use in prisons getting worse
Novel Psychoactive substances (NPS) or legal highs seem to regularly make the headlines. Whether it’s the legislation change, or a victim sharing their story – NPSs remain topical amongst all parts of…Aug 3, 16 -
Point of care testing for drugs and alcohol
Point of care (POC) testing in a general sense is defined as: ‘Medical diagnostic testing at or near the point of care – that is, at the time and place of patient…Jul 27, 16 -
Pilots arrested after failing alcohol test
Concern broke out in Glasgow airport this week as two pilots were arrested after suspicion of being under the influence of alcohol. This occurred shortly before they were due to fly from…Jul 21, 16 -
Temporary legal highs amnesty introduced in Manchester
Many different Novel Psychoactive Substances (NPS) / legal highs that where once Lawful to purchase and take in the UK have now been named illegal. Back in May 2016 the Psychoactive Substances…Jul 19, 16 -
Randox diagnosed with success after hitting £1 billion of sales since inception
Randox Laboratories has made an impressive business announcement this week – from inception in 1982 the global healthcare company has now surpassed £1 billion of total sales in medical diagnostic products. Founded…Jul 6, 16 -
Concerns in construction industry over effects of drugs and alcohol
A recent survey by the Considerate Construction Scheme (CCS) has revealed that the majority of UK construction industry workers are concerned about how drugs and alcohol effect their workforces. The survey included…Jul 5, 16 -
The impact of Brexit on the maritime industry
As we take stock of our successful attendance at Posidonia 2016 in Athens, another key event comes to the fore which may have a profound impact on the maritime industry both now…Jun 22, 16 -
Should family law courts be more open to hearing from children during proceedings?
Is there time for change in a family court proceedings from a child’s point of view? Chief Judge Sir James Munby thinks so, he has been reported saying that family courts should…Jun 21, 16 -
Randox Testing Services Posidonia Review
Posidonia, the world's most prestigious maritime conference took place between 6th - 10th June and for the first time Randox Testing Services attended. The event played host to around 20,00 attendees and…Jun 17, 16
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