UK Wide Private Investigators  |  Confidential & Professional
0330 043 3491 contactus@imperialpi.org
Private Intelligence & Investigation

Discreet.
Decisive.
Professional.

UK-wide private investigation and intelligence services for individuals, law firms, and corporations. All work conducted lawfully to the highest evidential standards.

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100%
Legally Compliant
24/7
Availability
7 Jurisdictions
International Coverage
6 Year Retention
GDPR Compliant Records
Fully Insured
Professional Indemnity Insurance and Public Liability Insurance held. Certificate available on request or at imperialpi.org.
UK GDPR Compliant
All investigations conducted in full compliance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and ICO-approved ABI Code of Conduct.
Court-Ready Evidence
All evidence gathered to civil and criminal court-admissible standards. Full chain-of-custody documentation provided.
Absolute Discretion
Your case details are never shared. Mutual confidentiality is a contractual obligation on all engagements.
What We Do

Investigation Services

From personal matters requiring sensitivity to complex corporate intelligence operations, Imperial PI delivers professional results every time.

01
Surveillance

Surveillance Operations

Covert mobile and static surveillance by trained operatives using professional-grade equipment. Legally compliant, proportionate, and precise.

  • Cheating partner / relationship surveillance
  • Employee misconduct monitoring
  • Insurance fraud investigation
  • Cohabitation verification
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02
Intelligence

Background Intelligence

Comprehensive background checks and intelligence gathering for individuals and businesses. Know exactly who you are dealing with before it matters.

  • Personal background verification
  • Tenant and tenancy screening
  • Business partner due diligence
  • Debtor and witness tracing
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03
Corporate

Corporate Investigations

Intelligence-led investigations for businesses, legal teams, and insurers. From fraud detection to full corporate due diligence programmes.

  • Corporate fraud and embezzlement
  • Asset tracing and recovery support
  • TSCM / electronic sweep
  • Digital forensics
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04
Litigation

Litigation Support

Expert witness evidence and litigation support for solicitors, barristers, and court proceedings. We gather, preserve and present evidence to professional standards.

  • Process serving
  • Accident reconstruction
  • Expert witness testimony
  • Statement gathering
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05
Tracing

Missing Persons & Tracing

Professional missing persons investigations and asset/person tracing. Sensitive, lawful, and discreet enquiries whether for family reunification or legal proceedings.

  • Missing persons investigation
  • Family reunification tracing
  • Debt and asset tracing
  • Witness location
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06
Digital

Digital Forensics

Forensic recovery and analysis of digital evidence. Computer and mobile device forensics, data recovery, and electronic evidence preservation to court standards.

  • Device forensics and imaging
  • Deleted data recovery
  • Social media investigation
  • Cyber intelligence gathering
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How We Work

Our Methodology

A structured, intelligence-led approach ensures every case is handled with precision, discretion, and maximum evidential value.Our Process

01

Confidential Consultation

A free, no-obligation consultation to understand your situation, assess feasibility, and discuss your options with complete discretion.

02

Strategic Planning

We design a tailored investigation plan. Scope, methods, timeline and costs are agreed in writing before any work begins.

03

Intelligence Gathering

Our operatives execute the agreed plan using lawful, professional methods. You receive regular updates throughout.

04

Evidence & Reporting

A comprehensive written report with timestamped evidence, GPS data, and chain-of-custody documentation — delivered securely.

Why Choose Us

The Imperial PI Standard

Transparent Fees

Straightforward Pricing

All fees agreed in writing before work begins. No hidden costs, no surprises.

Essential
Basic
From £100
Fixed fee. 24–72 hour turnaround
  • Background checks
  • Tenant screening
  • Debtor tracing
  • Process serving
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Standard
Professional
From £250
Fixed fee. 3–10 working days
  • Surveillance operations
  • Cohabitation verification
  • Missing persons
  • Business partner checks
  • Asset searches
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Advanced
Premium
From £1,000
Fixed fee. 4–12 weeks
  • Full due diligence
  • TSCM / bug sweeping
  • Digital forensics
  • Corporate espionage cases
  • Accident reconstruction
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Ongoing
Retainer
From £1,000
Per month. Reserved capacity
Corporate programmes
  • Law firm partnerships
  • Insurance panel work
  • Priority response SLA
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Surveillance billed hourly at £50–£100/hr. 5-hour minimum applies. All fees confirmed in writing before commencement. View full terms

Credentials & Accreditations

Verified. Accountable. Professional.

Every engagement is underpinned by formal accreditation, regulatory compliance, and independently verified professional standards — so you can instruct with complete confidence.

Professional Standard
ABI Code of Conduct
Imperial PI operates in full compliance with the Association of British Investigators Code of Conduct — the UK's foremost professional standard for private investigation practice. This governs lawful methods, data handling, and ethical conduct on every case.
theabi.org.uk
Regulatory Compliance
ICO Registration
Registered with the Information Commissioner's Office under the UK General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Protection Act 2018. All personal data gathered during investigations is processed lawfully, securely, and proportionately.
ico.org.uk  —  Reg. No. available on request
Financial Protection
Professional Indemnity Insurance
Full Professional Indemnity Insurance and Public Liability Insurance are held and maintained on all active engagements. Our certificate of insurance is available on request or can be viewed directly on our website.
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Data & Privacy Law
UK GDPR Compliant
All investigations are conducted in strict compliance with the Data Protection Act 2018. Case records are retained for six years to our GDPR-compliant records policy, then securely destroyed. Your data is never shared with third parties.
Read our Privacy Policy
Evidential Standard
Court-Admissible Evidence
Every report and piece of evidence is gathered, preserved, and documented to the civil and criminal court-admissible standard. Full chain-of-custody documentation is provided with every instruction, whether or not court proceedings are anticipated.
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Client Accountability
Formal Complaints Policy
We maintain a published formal complaints policy with clear escalation procedures. All complaints are acknowledged within two working days and resolved in writing. Our commitment to accountability is unconditional.
Read our Complaints Policy
Where We Operate

UK Wide & International

Imperial PI operates across the full United Kingdom and internationally in key jurisdictions. Wherever your investigation takes you, we can follow.

London
South East
South West
Midlands
North West
North East
Yorkshire
Scotland
Wales
Northern Ireland
East Anglia
Nationwide
International
  • 🇬🇧United KingdomPrimary
  • 🇨🇦CanadaActive
  • 🇦🇺AustraliaActive
  • 🇳🇿New ZealandActive
  • 🇿🇦South AfricaActive
  • 🇲🇹MaltaActive
  • 🇨🇾CyprusActive
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All enquiries are treated with absolute confidentiality. There is no obligation. We will speak with you, assess your situation, and provide honest advice.

Telephone
0330 043 3491
Correspondence Address
Lytchett House, 13 Freeland Park, Wareham Road, Poole, Dorset, BH16 6FA
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