Welcome to Our Private Investigators Blog

Thank you for taking the time to visit our blog .

From time to time we will publish those matters that are close to our business heart and relate to the nature of our business - the world of a private detective agency.

Although we will not discuss specific investigations we are, or have been involved in, we will talk about issues that effect our core business, and highlight trends, patterns and methods that we have come across being used by the people we are investigating, along with tools and systems we have adopted as a resource for our investigative work.

Please feel free to contact us regarding our business or the topics we discuss, we are always happy to hear what you have to say.

We offer our services throughout the UK, working in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Nottingham, Bristol, Liverpool, Leicester, Sheffield, Derby, Northampton, Lincoln, and Liverpool to name a few.

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Thursday, 1 September 2016

Bug Sweep Down Under Detects Presence of Electronic Spy Bug

Hidden Listening Device Used to Bug Elite Sports Team

The world of elite sport is not immune from the use of spying devices. New Zealand Rugby Club appear to be the latest victims of having a meeting room bugged in order for unknown people to know what their tactics and game plan was to be used.

Hidden Listening Device Used to Bug Elite Sports Team

The world of elite sport is not immune from the use of spying devices. New Zealand Rugby Club appear to be the latest victims of having a meeting room bugged in order for unknown people to know what their tactics and game plan was to be used.

Monday, 4 July 2016

Cheating husband leaves home but spy's on wife's activities

In the past few months we have carried out numerous bug sweeps on private houses and apartments for clients. 
And a great number of these electronic counter surveillance searches were circumstances whereby the occupant believed their ex-husband / partner had planted a hidden camera or listening device in the family home.

Wednesday, 8 June 2016

Considering Using a Bug Sweeping Expert?

Choosing a Counter Surveillance Expert

The protection of privacy and confidential proprietary information from acts of physical or electronic surveillance (eavesdropping) and espionage has become a necessary requirement for individuals, businesses and organisations. Technical Surveillance Countermeasure (TSCM) services are called on to prevent such acts and mitigate the risk of future potential compromise.

Tuesday, 26 April 2016

Using a GPS Car Tracker

Using a vehicle GPS tracker can be a cost effective method on keeping tabs on someone who you believe may be up to no good.
Our GPS trackers allow us to monitor the movements of a car, van lorry or other type of vehicle from the safe distance of our office.

Tuesday, 23 February 2016

Investigating Absent Employees

Since the new year we have been busy carrying out investigations on behalf of a couple of major retailers with staff issues.
 
The problem they shared was with employees who were registered as being on long term sick but were suspected of working elsewhere performing duties and work they were telling their real employers they were incapable of doing. 

Wednesday, 3 February 2016

Theft in the Workplace - The Dishonest Employee

When we think of employee theft matters we instinctively consider someone with their hands in the till, or putting stock into their car. 

Monday, 24 August 2015

Do you Think The Police Have Bugged your Home?

With several high profile cases being openly reported on where the Police, including SOCA, HM Customs and Excise and the Security Services have used electronic surveillance devices to obtain evidence against people involved in various crimes, it is a regular occurrence that we are asked to carry out a bug sweep of a persons home, car or office following them being arrested and treated as a suspect in an investigation.


Monday, 3 August 2015

Can You Trust Those Who Enter?

On completing a big sweep of a property or a person’s home, we are regularly called upon to provide advice or a report on how private or sensitive information can be safeguarded.

Dependent on the environment we have been asked to analyse, one of the first considerations we suggest is to limit who has legitimate access to the property.

Tuesday, 12 May 2015

Use of Hidden Cameras in Schools and Nurseries

In our normal working week we are continually carrying out searches for spy bugs in private homes, office, cars and boardrooms. 

But every now and again we are asked to look for spy cameras and audio devices in commercial premises where the motive for hiding such equipment is the most depraved. 

Schools and nurseries.

Wednesday, 6 May 2015

Use of GPS Tracker Shows No Sign of Slowing Down

It is no surprise when you realise how easily available covert trackers are nowadays. From as little as £50, a person is able to purchase one of these devices online and have it in their possession within 24 hours.

Wednesday, 14 January 2015

Recovery of Deleted Text Messages is Not So Simple As You Think!

Mobile phones have come a long way from their early inception when all we could do was make a telephone call using a device the size of a house brick. As mobile technology moved forward, so do the ability of a mobile phone. Soon we were able to send text messages, then we had a camera and so it grew in capacity.

Nowadays nearly all mobile phones have the ability to access the internet, take and send video, chat privately, shop with confidence and bank securely. In other words they are a pocket computer.

It is the power of these devices that make them so convenient that we now take them for granted in our everyday lives.

Tuesday, 6 January 2015

So Who Is That Person You Are About To Marry?

Getting married is a serious commitment. Marriage is a legally binding contract that affects both the husband and wife and their respective families for all of their lives. And in this country, many cultures adopt the arranged marriage method of identifying a partner for their siblings.

Arranged marriage is a type of marital union where the bride and groom are selected by a third party rather than by each other.

Monday, 20 October 2014

Signs of a Cheating Partner- Things to Look For to Catch Your Cheating Wife or Husband

As private investigators we are regularly called upon to catch a cheating partner.


Clients who contact us are at their wits end as to answer the question that is causing them so much stress and anxiety - is my partner cheating on me?

We have prepared our own guide as to what to look for to help you decide if your husband or wife is cheating on you, having an affair or involved in meeting different people they have met through the internet.

Wednesday, 1 October 2014

Asset Tracing...What are they worth?

Knowing what assets an individual may have along with knowing where they are is an important part of calculating whether it is cost effective to pursue someone who owes you money.

We have over 25 years of asset tracing experience, using all the skills we used whilst serving in law enforcement, as well as business intelligence systems, forensic accounting techniques, surveillance and interviewing significant witnesses.

Working to Prove Your Innocent When Falsely Accused


Have you been falsely accused?
Being wrongly accused of something you didn't do can be a devastating experience that can leave you stressed, anxious and emotionally weak.

This is understandable and effects not only you, but those around you including family, friends and work colleagues.

If the allegation made against you is false or unfounded then immediately you are in a strong position because all you can tell is the truth. The next thing you need to consider is how am I going to prove my innocence and reveal the truth.

Tuesday, 1 April 2014

Employment Tribunal....Fight or Settle?

Defending a claim in an employment tribunal can be a costly and time consuming affair.

Companies faced with such a dilemma have to weigh up various factors when notified of such an action. 

Should they settle, what harm will it do to the company if there is a hearing, what message does it send to existing employees, how much will it cost, what are the costs likely to be if they lose.

We have seen a significant increase in claims being brought against employers particularly due to law firms offering a no win no fee service.

Wednesday, 12 March 2014

Have You Been Wrongly Accused?

Being falsely accused for a criminal offence is a life changing moment. Your world is turned upside down and potentially you stand to lose everything.

Being wrongly accused for a crime can occur because of several different reasons. Police corruption, false allegations, false witness testimony, and an incompetent police investigation can all lead to a person being falsely accused of a crime.

Monday, 17 February 2014

Do You Know Who You Are Talking To?

Being in possession of accurate and up to date information allows individuals or businesses to make informed decisions. Having possession of this information provides peace of mind and security along with being able to deal with the person confident in the knowledge of what they are saying is either true or false.
Do you really know this person?

Whether it is a comprehensive background check of an individual or to verify someone’s previous employment history it is worth ensuring you obtain the right details.

Wednesday, 11 December 2013

Is there anything illegal occurring on your computer?

The use of computers is now a normal part of our daily routine. Whether at home using the internet to shop, keep in touch with friends or at work carrying out job related activities.
In the main computers are used for lawful and ordinary tasks, but sometimes computers can be used for more sinister interests, such as stealing information or property, causing harassment, or for some deprived sexual motive.
What are they doing on the computer?

Owning a family computer is a responsibility that should be taken seriously. Do you know what members of your family are using the computer for? Is there anything on there that may cause you concern? Do you want to know what they have been doing?