Guidance

Access and use of the footwear database and reference collection

The NPCC National Fingerprint and Footwear Strategic Board policy for access and use of the National Footwear Database and National Footwear Reference Collection.

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Home Office
PublishedPublished:
25 September 2025
Last updated:
1 October 2026 — See all updates

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The NPCC National Fingerprint and Footwear Strategic Board policy for access and use of the National Footwear Database and National Footwear Reference Collection (accessible)

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The NPCC National Fingerprint and Footwear Strategic Board policy for access and use of the National Footwear Database and National Footwear Reference Collection

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GuidanceThis guidance, FINDS-SB-P-005, describes how to maintain the integrity of the footwear databases under the strategic board’s remit by ensuring the data is fairly and lawfully accessed and retained.

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Published 25 September 2025
Last updated 1 October 2026 — Show all updates

  1. Document updated for international agreements.

  2. First published.

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