Scientific Services
Scientific Services provide a testing and advisory service to Durham County Council and other local authorities in the North of England. Our UKAS accredited service is also available to private businesses and members of the public. Our laboratory is appointed as one of the EU Official Food Testing Laboratories.
We have an extensive range of equipment and instrumentation with specific expertise in the following areas of testing:
- Agriculture
- Building Materials
- Cleaning Materials
- Environment
- Food
- Health and Safety
- Local industry
- Consumer Safety including Toys
- Water
Our Staff
Our Team is made up of Alan Richards (Public Analyst and Head of Scientific Services), Nigel Payne (Public Analyst and Laboratory Manager) and Anne Howe (Quality Manager)
Please contact us for help and advice. If we can't help we may know someone who can. We will usually provide you with a quotation for routine work straight away, or within 24 hours for larger projects or unusual requests. If you require further assistance you can contact our Association of Public Analysts (APA). Please note that this will take you off our website - to return, press the 'Back' button in your browser.
Charges
Details of charges for analysis and scientific advice can be obtained from the contact numbers given below.Contact Details
Email: Scientific ServicesTel: 0191 3834232
Fax: 0191 3834234
