PRIVATE INTELLIGENCE & INVESTIGATION
UK-wide private investigation and intelligence services for individuals, law firms, and corporations. All work conducted lawfully to the highest evidential standards.
Professional Indemnity Insurance and Public Liability Insurance held. Certificate available on request or at imperialpi.org.
All investigations conducted in full compliance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and ICO-approved ABI Code of Conduct.
All evidence gathered to civil and criminal court-admissible standards. Full chain-of-custody documentation provided.
Your case details are never shared. Mutual confidentiality is a contractual obligation on all engagements.
What We Do
From personal matters requiring sensitivity to complex corporate intelligence operations, Imperial PI delivers professional results every time.
Covert mobile and static surveillance by trained operatives using professional-grade equipment. Legally compliant, proportionate, and precise.
Comprehensive background checks and intelligence gathering for individuals and businesses. Know exactly who you are dealing with before it matters.
Intelligence-led investigations for businesses, legal teams, and insurers. From fraud detection to full corporate due diligence programmes.
Expert witness evidence and litigation support for solicitors, barristers, and court proceedings. We gather, preserve and present evidence to professional standards.
Professional missing persons investigations and asset/person tracing. Sensitive, lawful, and discreet enquiries whether for family reunification or legal proceedings.
Forensic recovery and analysis of digital evidence. Computer and mobile device forensics, data recovery, and electronic evidence preservation to court standards.
How We Work
A structured, intelligence-led approach ensures every case is handled with precision, discretion, and maximum evidential value. Our Process
A free, no-obligation consultation to understand your situation, assess feasibility, and discuss your options with complete discretion.
We design a tailored investigation plan. Scope, methods, timeline and costs are agreed in writing before any work begins.
Our operatives execute the agreed plan using lawful, professional methods. You receive regular updates throughout.
A comprehensive written report with timestamped evidence, GPS data, and chain-of-custody documentation — delivered securely.
Why Choose Us
We never trespass, intercept communications, or use deception that constitutes a criminal offence. Everything is done right, so your evidence stands up in court.
You work directly with the lead investigator, not a call centre. Clear communication, honest updates, and real decisions made by the person doing the work.
No hidden fees. All costs agreed in writing before work begins. Fixed-fee options available for most case types.
Operating across the UK, all British Overseas Territories, and six international jurisdictions. One agency, global reach.
Transparent Fees
All fees agreed in writing before work begins. No hidden costs, no surprises.
Surveillance billed hourly at £50–£100/hr. 5-hour minimum applies. All fees confirmed in writing before commencement. View full terms
Credentials & Accreditations
Every engagement is underpinned by formal accreditation, regulatory compliance, and independently verified professional standards — so you can instruct with complete confidence.
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 →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 →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.
View Insurance Certificate →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 →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.
Learn about our methodology →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
Imperial PI operates across the full United Kingdom and internationally in key jurisdictions. Wherever your investigation takes you, we can follow.
Get In Touch
All enquiries are treated with absolute confidentiality. There is no obligation. We will speak with you, assess your situation, and provide honest advice.
Lytchett House, 13 Freeland Park, Wareham Road, Poole, Dorset, BH16 6FA
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