Private Investigators UK

Private investigators first known agency, Le Bureau de Renseignements Universels pour le commerce et l’Industrie, was founded in 1833 by French soldiers Eugene Francois Vidocq Who was also a criminal and privateer. This private investigator agency hired ex-convicts who carried out investigations and other private detective duties but were frowned upon by the official law enforcement who tried to shut down the operation on many occasions. On one occasion in 1842, after solving a case of embezzlement, Vidocq was arrested by police for suspicion of unlawful imprisonment and taking money on false pretences.

He was sentenced to five years imprisonment and fined 3,000 francs; he was later released by the Court Of Appeals. At the time Vidocq was doubtful of the conviction and felt that he had been set up. Despite his negative past his attributes include introducing record keeping, criminology and ballistics into criminal investigations.
Along with making the first plaster cast of a shoe and he created a form of anthropometry that is still used by the French police force today and through his own printing company, he invented indelible ink and unchangeable bond paper. Through the private detective company that Vidocq set up in France the private investigator industry was born.

Most of the early private investigators acted as police in cases where the client thought that police officers were not interested or prepared to do.
Many of the roles undertaken by these modern private detectives included helping businesses with labour disputes and in many cases they were employed as armed security guards.

Later in 1852,Charles Frederick Field, a private investigator in London, started an enquiry office when he retired from the Metropolitan Police.
Field was a friend of the writer Charles Dickens who would often accompany police officers on their nightly rounds and in 1851 Dickens wrote a short essay “On Duty with Inspector Field” and it is suggested that he based his “Bleak House” character Inspector Bucket on Field.

Over the pond in the United States, Allan Pinkerton set up the Pinkerton National Detective Agency in 1850 and became famous when he uncovered and hindered an assassination attempt on the then President-elect Abraham Lincoln in 1861. Services provided by Pinkerton National Detective Agency included undercover investigations, crime detection and supplying security guards who were often armed. Among the many private investigators that formed the workforce of Pinkerton National Detective Agency in 1856 Pinkerton hired the first female private detective in America, Kate Warne.

It is understood that in the United States in the late 19th century during the union unrest Pinkerton private detectives were made available for hire as armed security guards for companies to protect them. After the Homestead Riots of 1892 several states brought in “Anti Pinkerton” laws restricting the use of imported security guards during union strikes. The federal Anti Pinkerton Act of 1893 prohibits an “individual employed by the Pinkerton Detective Agency or similar organisation” from being employed. Pinkerton agents were hired to track down outlaws like Jesse James, the Reno brothers, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.

The term “Private Eye” comes from the Pinkerton logo of an eye adorned with the words “We Never Sleep”.

Across the rest of the world many private investigators are required to be licensed. Depending on local laws many private investigators can be armed. Some private investigators are former police officers while others are former spies, have worked for the military or are former bodyguards or security guards. In many countries private detectives do not have the same authority as their police force and are often limited to the power of a citizen’s arrest. The main role of a private detective is to keep detailed notes and photographic evidence and be prepared to testify in court what they have seen on their client’s behalf. The private investigator needs to ensure they are up to date with the laws and regulations that are in place in the area they are working in as an investigator can face criminal charges if they break the law.

If you wish to choose a career working in the security industry and you are looking for private investigator jobs you will need certain traits and they include a sound analytical mind, good observation skills and a keen interest in problem-solving. Private investigator jobs are varied and cover a wide range of topics from divorce investigation cases through to fraud investigation. In many cases private investigator jobs involve a lot of routine work and a private detective needs to possess a lot of patience and exhibit perseverance to carry out the work. Investigators deal with client’s who may be stressed or emotional so the role requires empathy and tact. Many private detectives work on a self-employed basis and are hired to work on particular investigator jobs by private investigator companies like Private Investigators UK based in London. Private investigator work experience and education related to a private detective job is not necessary; however, a background in police jobs or employment the security industry can be of great benefit. For more information about private detective and investigator jobs please call 020 3633 2458.

If you have a suspicion that your spouse is cheating then, Greenwich located, Private Investigators UK can investigate to see if your suspicions of cheating are correct.
During your private call to us our infidelity private investigator will discuss your situation and during the consultation may ask if any of the six most common signs of cheating are among your suspicions. These signs of cheating include a change in intimacy, suspicious phone habits, change in style of dress or personal grooming, secretive internet use, changes of work hours or more overtime and if they shower as soon as they return home. Our experienced private investigators can help provide evidence of a cheating spouse through infidelity surveillance investigations. Hiring a private investigator to investigate your suspicions of a cheating husband or wife is a quick and easy method of investigation that can get the answers you need to stop the pain of this situation. Through an infidelity investigation we can help you deal with this emotional time by providing fast professional results. Give our friendly team a call now on 020 3633 2458 or message us at cheating spouse@www.private-investigators-uk.com.

You may have thought about becoming a private investigator as you are looking for a new career or you could be interested in starting your own business. Private Investigators UK in Islington have put together some answers to questions you may have about investigation training, qualifications or even prospects in the industry. Private investigator training is available for those looking to become a private detective but have no background in the industry, those who have a police background, have had experience working in HM Forces, HM Customs or even for your local authority. Private investigative training will give you training for employment within the private investigation industry. A good CV that has all your achievements noted down, this includes not only your academic qualifications but also any experiences that you have had is a must, but remember not to get too carried away as your prospective employer has the ability to check up on you! The role of a private investigator is vast and encompasses a wide range of investigative duties. Many companies require a good investigator from credit reference agencies to banks and from insurance companies to charities. There are great opportunities around and you may already have the skills to step into your new job with only a small amount of extra training from a private investigation course. Give us a call today on 020 3633 2458 or drop us a line on how to become@london-private investigators.co.uk

Looking for a cheap private investigator who is value for money can be difficult but at Manchester based Private Investigators UK you will always get the best detective services. Our cheap private detective services are based on the information provided by our customers. To enable us to give you the best but cheap private detective services we need a clear picture of your situation. Taking the time to give us the whole story will give you the best investigator fees and ensure high standards and a timely service. Our private investigator fees are transparent as we believe in being open about our services so that you know exactly what you need to pay and exactly what you are getting for your money.

We are a caring private investigator company and enjoy building a friendly and professional relationship with our customers. Getting to know you means getting to know more about your needs and requirements and how we can best fulfil them. From the very first time you speak with us at Private Investigators UK on 020 3633 2458 you will understand that although we offer cheap private detective services we are by no means a quick fix, one solution suits all type of private detectives. Our costs do vary from case to case but, after all, everyone is different and so are their situations. If you would like to discuss your situation via email please send us a message to cheap@www.private-investigators-uk.com or chat with us online.

This particular question is difficult to answer without understanding exactly what our client needs. In order for us to find out the best solution and cost we need to fully understand their situation. For example, if a client’s situation is such that a surveillance investigation is required, our professional private detectives and investigators would organise the assignment according to their requirements. The private investigator costs and fees will be calculated by the amount of hours to be booked, how many agents are required and the planning of the assignment. The costs will include travel to and from the surveillance start location, the number of vehicles, recording equipment, report preparation and all communication with the client. A set fee usually starts from £55.00 per hour but this rate can vary due to the particulars of the operation and any extra expenses.
We accept payment for services through the following forms:

• Debit / Credit Cards including VISA, MASTERCARD and MAESTRO
• Cheque
• Electronic Bank Transfer
• Cash into our Bank
• PayPal

For more information and a free quote of costs and fees please call our professional team on 020 3633 2458 or email us at quote@www.private-investigators-uk.com.

Taking a private investigator training course is one approach to becoming a private detective, especially if you have no background in investigation work. Private Investigators UK based in London take an interest in individuals undertaking City and Guilds investigative training qualifications. Private investigation courses for training can be carried out through distance learning online or through your local college. We can provide you with more help and advice on where to find the appropriate investigation courses by calling 020 3633 2458 or by emailing courses@www.private-investigators-uk.com. Private Investigation License Private Investigators UK, based in Manchester, understand that the Government, through the SIA (Security Industry Authority) have implemented licensing of the private security industry sectors including manned guards, Door Supervisors and Close Protection Officers. However, there is no licensing for private investigators at present, but many private investigators have SIA licenses for security.

To enable the SIA to ensure that their objectives of these private security industry sectors and that of the Private Investigator sector of delivering services of high standards to their customers, be a model of good practice and continue to develop in order to continue with looking into implementing licensing for Private investigators is to become a Government priority. In order to apply and receive an SIA licence, which costs £220.00 for 3 years, the individual must have the right to work in the UK and will be required to pass the “Fit and Proper Person” test and a “Test of Competency”. The British Standard for the Provision of Investigative Services recommends that the competence needed to complete relevant tasks has already been shown by the individual through conducting investigations, interviews, surveillance techniques, searching and recording of information and knowledge and understanding of the law. If you, a private investigator, would like more information about how to gain a security licensing, please give us a call on 020 3633 2458 or send us a message on licensed@www.private-investigators-uk.com.

If you are looking into becoming a private investigator in London you will be interested in the average salary that can be earned. Depending on your experience, knowledge of the law and training as a private detective salaries vary. As a trainee private detective at Private Investigators UK in Birmingham you will get a lower salary and can expect an income of around £16,000 per year. More experienced private investigators should expect an increased salary of £25,000 per year and the highest salaries in the industry are in the region of £50,000 to £100,000 per year and for this you would be required to have extensive training, knowledge and legal expertise to be awarded this. If you would like to find out more please call 020 3633 2458 or send an email to info@www.private-investigators-uk.com.

Seeking employment working as a private detective or private investigator in the UK does not require a private investigator license in the UK.
However, the SIA (Security Industry Authority) has been requested by the British Government to extend their monitoring of the UK security industry services, through licensing, to the private investigator sector of the industry. Licensing by the Government for private investigators is subject to Ministerial approval but training centers around the UK are urging practicing private investigators to undertake the necessary training now so they can continue to work in the industry without any inconvenient gaps in services to their clients.

Employment opportunities in the private investigator sector are vast, as are the opportunities to train to become a private investigator and private detective courses.
Many private detective or private investigator roles such as undercover investigators, criminal investigators and polygraph examiners will require full training but other roles can be undertaken through trainee positions within a private investigator agency and if you have experience in law enforcement or in HR Forces private detective course will provide short courses to bring you up to speed.

Contrary to popular belief,private investigation jobs are not just finding evidence of adultery, although this is a large area of their work, there are many fields of expertise that go relatively unnoticed and include insurance investigators to look into suspicious claims,investigative due diligence for business background checks,fraud investigations for both private and business clients and those investigators who work as credit (finance) investigators responsibilities.

Many private investigators are hired to engage in a variety of tasks that are not usually associated to the security industry by the public. These jobs include those private detectives that are involved in process serving which is the personal delivery of legal documents, such as court summons, divorce papers and statutory demands. Many agencies specialise in tracing missing people and tracing debtors who have absconded.

There are private investigators who are professional witnesses and provide the court with information and evidence they have gathered for a case through observations. TSCM (Technical Surveillance Counter Measures)or bug sweeping is another area that a specialised private investigator will carry out an investigation into the location of hidden electronic devices, remove and destroy them.

This type of investigative work is carried out by those private investigators that have had previous experience inintelligence and counter-intelligence. Often these same private investigators can install eavesdropping equipment and devices as a tool in organised crime investigation. Corporate investigators specialize in corporate matters that include fraud investigation, loss prevention, and internal investigations – often into employee misconduct. The protection of a company includes information, intellectual property and trade secrets, copyright issues, due diligence investigations, malware and cyber criminal acts and finally computer forensics.

An undercover investigator,undercover detective or undercover agent is a person who conducts an undercover operation into those suspected of criminal activity. The undercover investigator will often infiltrate a suspected criminal group and disguise themselves as a person interested in goods or services with the goal of gaining information and evidence of a suspect. The tools of an undercover investigator often include a hidden camera called a body camera or recorder that they wear concealed under their clothing to record all the evidence.

Undercover operations can take months or even years so it is imperative that the true identity of the undercover investigator remains concealed as this can be a dangerous job. Undercover investigators are also used to investigate employees for bogus sick leave, abuse of fellow colleagues and espionage.