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 with a biological parent, Global Investigations are here to help. We have a number of…

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 come from law enforcement or military background and provide quality results in a variety of…

GPS tracking is a very useful tool in cases where you may suspect a cheating partner or if you are concerned that an employee is misusing a company vehicle. GPS trackers offer a very easy way to prove the person was not where they say they were at a given time and can be an invaluable tool to gather information over an extended period of time, in a cost-effective and…

Often, the first question we are asked is, “How much does a private investigator cost?” This is a more complicated question than it initially appears and difficult to answer until we have all the details about a case. In this article, we will attempt to cover private investigator prices for our most common services and explain why, in some circumstances, costs will differ. The final cost of an investigation will…

Each year, thousands of people are fooled by romance scammers posing as potential soul mates. These online fraudsters create fake profiles to lure in victims, establish romantic relationships and eventually, extort money. Catfishing or ‘dating scams’ swindle people out of thousands of pounds each year but there are some warning signs to look out for. In this article, we’ll identify common online romance scams, their tell-tale signs and offer some…

Surveillance is one of the most valuable investigative tools when insights into a corporation or individual’s day-to-day activities, movements and general lifestyle is required. Although stationary cameras are commonly used to protect businesses and homes, many situations call for a more mobile, covert solution. In this post, we will explore the different types of surveillance available in the UK, the types of operations and the benefits. What Is Surveillance and…

Infidelity is one of the most commonly cited reasons for divorce in the UK according to the Office of National Statistics [1] – but who is doing it and how are the trends changing? During the COVID-19 pandemic, we have put together an infographic that shows the statistics on infidelity in marriage and relationships across the UK. Do Men Cheat More Often Than Women? Both men and women are equally capable…

Unfortunately, online scamming is becoming all too common and often affects the most vulnerable in our society. Scammers know whom to target and what to do and say to inveigle their way into people’s lives for the sole purpose of taking money from them. This is mainly done online whereby the person you think you are talking to is, in fact, a fraudster from another country. Scammers are all too…

Unfortunately, in this day and age, a partner cheating is all too common. However, there are many ways to find out whether or not your partner is cheating on you. We all need peace of mind in life and finding out the truth is of paramount importance.  The choice is simple – you can either move on with your life or realise that, in fact, no wrongdoings have been done.…

When it comes to what exactly a private investigator can legally do in the UK, the law is pretty clear.  Which is why here at Global Investigations, we pride ourselves in being a very honest and reputable London-based detective agency that ensures only legal methods are carried out on all investigations.  Private investigators are not only required for clients with personal difficulties but also for business matters, large or small.  What…