Do Private Investigators Need a License in the UK?

Thinking of hiring a private investigator? If so, you’ll want to confirm that you’re using a well-respected investigative agency. This will ensure you receive a high standard of service. Currently, a private investigator license (UK) is not a legal requirement – though this will change in the future. In the meantime, there are several independent […]
5 Signs Your Partner Is Having an Affair at Work

Do you suspect your partner is having an affair with someone at work? If so, you’re not alone. Unfortunately, workplace affairs are common – and they can be difficult to prove without hiring a private investigator. If your partner is cheating with a co-worker, you may notice them acting secretive or distant. They may start […]
Employee Theft or Fraud in the Workplace

Hiring an employee to fill a position within your workplace is one of the most trusting things a business owner or manager can do – you are entrusting staff with not only property and money but also, in the modern world one of the most valuable commodities, information!
Is My Tenant Illegally Subletting My Property?

If you’re a landlord, you naturally want to know exactly who’s living in your property. But if your tenant is illegally subletting, you won’t even know the subtenant’s name. This can cause a plethora of problems.
How Do Private Investigators Catch Cheaters?

Have you ever wondered: “Is my partner cheating on me?” Perhaps they’ve been spending a long time away from the house, or suddenly seem glued to their phone. Maybe you just have an unshakeable gut feeling that something is wrong.
What To Do If A Tenant Doesn’t Pay Rent

Has your tenant left your property with significant damage, rental arrears or unpaid bills or left without notice? Have they stopped responding to phone calls or emails? Our expert tracing agents use a variety of investigative methods to locate the current address of your ex-tenant to enable our clients to re-establish contact or initiate proceedings.
Are Private Investigator Reports Discoverable?

There are many reasons you might consider hiring a private investigator. You may suspect your partner of cheating, fear that your employees are stealing from you, or wish to track down a long-lost relative…
Easy Oversights Some Private Detectives Make When Running a Background Check

At Global Investigations, we ensure all background checks are undertaken to the highest quality. However, not all private detectives commence the same level of work. Here are some of the common oversights inexperienced private detectives may make. Not Using an Expert to Check A common saying in our industry is ‘there is nothing more expensive […]
How to Find Birth Parents in the UK

Making the choice to trace your birth parents or extended family can be a daunting yet exciting decision. There are many reasons people decide to find their birth parents in the UK – whether you are adopted and feel curious to learn more about your past, have a medical necessity, or no longer have contact […]
The Benefits of Hiring a Female Private Investigator

Private Investigators in the UK and abroad are still predominately male, however many women are now choosing this as their line of work – and producing exceptional results! Here at Global Investigations, we have several female detectives working for us making up approximately 45% of our staff. Like many of their male counterparts, they often […]