Experienced investigators. Honest answers. Since 1997.
We are a UK-wide investigation firm that helps individuals, solicitors, and businesses find the truth. Every case is handled with discretion, professionalism, and the rigour that stands up in court.
Who we are
We investigate situations where the facts matter and the stakes are high.
UK Private Investigators was founded in 1997 with a clear purpose: to give people access to professional investigation services that are lawful, ethical, and effective. We started as a small team in London, working primarily on relationship and people-tracing cases.
Over the years, we expanded into corporate investigation, fraud detection, cyber intelligence, and legal support. Today we operate from eight offices across the United Kingdom, with a network of accredited investigators who cover every region.
Our work has supported divorce proceedings, recovered stolen assets, exposed corporate fraud, located missing persons, and helped thousands of people make informed decisions. We have given evidence in Crown Court, County Court, and employment tribunals. Our reports are used by solicitors, insurers, and HR departments nationwide.
Every enquiry starts with a free, confidential conversation. We listen, assess what can be done lawfully, and give you honest advice before anything else happens. If we can help, we agree a clear plan with transparent pricing. If we cannot help, we tell you straight and point you in the right direction.
Every enquiry starts with a free, confidential conversation. We listen, assess what can be done lawfully, and give you honest advice before anything else happens. If we can help, we agree a clear plan with transparent pricing. If we cannot help, we tell you straight and point you in the right direction.
What we investigate
Eight specialist areas, each led by investigators with direct experience in that field.
Relationship Investigations
Infidelity, cohabitation, divorce evidence, and dating verification.
Corporate Investigations
Employee misconduct, intellectual property theft, and workplace disputes.
People Tracing
Locate missing persons, debtors, beneficiaries, and lost family members.
Background Checks
Pre-employment screening, DBS checks, tenant verification, and corporate vetting.
Surveillance
Mobile and static surveillance, vehicle tracking, and counter-surveillance sweeps.
Fraud Investigations
Insurance fraud, investment scams, tenancy fraud, and financial crime.
Cyber Investigations
Online harassment, digital forensics, sextortion, and data recovery.
Legal Support
Process serving, witness location, evidence gathering, and court attendance.
Accreditations and standards
We hold the professional memberships and certifications that matter in this industry.
ICO Registered
Registered with the Information Commissioner's Office for lawful data processing under UK GDPR.
Professional Indemnity
Fully insured with professional indemnity and public liability coverage for every assignment.
Industry Membership
Members of professional investigation bodies that uphold ethical standards and continuing development.
Court-Ready Reports
All evidence and reports prepared to the standard required by UK courts. Our work has been accepted in Crown Court, County Court, and tribunal proceedings.
How we work
Four principles guide every case we take on.
Discretion first
Confidentiality is not a policy. It is how we operate. Your enquiry, your identity, and our findings remain strictly between us. We use unmarked vehicles, secure communications, and encrypted reporting.
Evidence that holds up
We gather evidence that meets the legal standard for court proceedings. Photographs, video, digital records, and witness statements are documented with full chain-of-custody protocols.
Honest advice from day one
Before you spend a penny, we will tell you what is realistic, what is lawful, and what the likely outcome is. If investigation is not the right step, we will say so. No upselling. No false promises.
Transparent pricing
You will know exactly what your investigation costs before it begins. We agree fixed fees or capped budgets in writing. No hidden charges. No surprises on the invoice.
Why clients choose us
There are many investigation firms in the UK. Here is what sets us apart.
29 years of results
We have been operating since 1997. That means established methods, experienced investigators, and a track record you can verify.
UK-wide coverage
Eight offices from London to Glasgow. Local knowledge combined with national reach. We do not subcontract to untested freelancers.
Free initial consultation
Your first call is always free and completely confidential. We assess your situation and give you straight advice before you commit to anything.
Former law enforcement
Our team includes former police officers, military intelligence analysts, and corporate security professionals. They bring operational discipline and legal awareness.
Court-tested evidence
Our reports and testimony have been accepted in Crown Court, County Court, family courts, and employment tribunals. We know what judges expect.
Available around the clock
Our phone line is open 24 hours a day, every day of the year. When you need help, you speak to a real investigator, not an answering service.
Our team
Experienced professionals with backgrounds you can trust.
Our investigation team is drawn from law enforcement, military intelligence, corporate security, and specialist private investigation backgrounds. Every investigator has been vetted, trained, and assessed before they work on a single case.
We do not rely on a single generalist. Each case is assigned to the investigator whose experience matches the requirement, whether that is covert surveillance, digital forensics, financial analysis, or witness interviewing.
Our story so far
Key milestones from nearly three decades of investigation work.
Ready to talk?
Your first conversation is free and completely confidential. Call us any time, day or night, or send a secure enquiry online.
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