Our agents are all trained to the highest standard, working safely and discreetly.
Not only will we discover the truth, we provide all necessary evidence for you to act.
We ensure all personal and private data is protected and secure at all times.
HSS agents operate with full public and employee liability insurance cover.
Corporate surveillance and investigation is on the rise due to the number of untrustworthy employee’s, with today’s society wanting something for nothing. This can be in many area’s such as sickness and absenteeism, suspected moonlighting, corporate theft and any general illegal activities.
Our surveillance and investigative expertise isn’t just for businesses. Our team of skilled agents help private individuals in Lancashire and the surrounding areas too. Whatever challenge you’re facing, you don’t have to go it alone. Whether you’re searching for a missing person, suspect your partner of cheating or need help with divorce proceedings – we’re here to help.
Based in Chorley, Preston in Lancashire, our team of professional private investigators and surveillance experts provide tailored services for business and private individuals across the UK. The key areas we cover include: Lancashire, Merseyside, Cumbria, Manchester, Liverpool, Cheshire, Leeds, London, York, Nottingham, Birmingham, Barrow-in-Furness, Bolton, Blackburn, Blackpool, Bradford, Oldham, Penrith, Altrincham, Burnley, Chester, Hale, Knutsford, Southport, Lytham St Annes, Preston, Carlisle, Gretna Green, Lake District, Windermere, Bury, Ambleside, Warrington, Crewe, Northwich, Macclesfield, Ellesmere Port, Runcorn, Yorkshire, Lancaster, Stockport, Rochdale, Wigan, Croydon, Richmond, Kensington & Chelsea, Nottinghamshire, Mansfield, Beeston, Sutton-in-Ashfield, West Yorkshire, St Helens, Southport, Formby, Birkenhead, Wallasey, Wakefield, Halifax, Harrogate and Kendal.
Driven by his desire to fight injustice and help people discover the truth, Steven Hunter launched Hunter Surveillance Services in 2018.
With over 9 years’ experience as a Royal Marine Commando under his belt, including countless operational tours in hostile areas, Steven has an immense amount of expertise. His surveillance and investigative skill set is second to none, all of which is focused by his results-driven work ethic and professional approach.
Whether a loved one has gone missing or you suspect an employee of faking sickness, there’s an abundance of reasons why a person would want to hire a private investigator (PI). But with new privacy laws and a strict legal system, how can you be sure everything they do is above board and could potentially hold up in a court of law? Read on to learn more about the UK regulations, what methods PIs can legally use and why you would want to hire a PI in the first place…
In the UK, personal security and privacy are rightly protected by a number of laws and regulations, including the 2018 General Data Protection Regulation, the Investigatory Powers Act 2016 and the older Regulation in Investigatory Powers Act 2000. These laws protect your safety and prevent people infringing on your human rights. With plenty of speculation surrounding the private security industry, however, it’s key that when choosing a PI, you opt for a company that places the law above all else.
So how you can ensure that you’re getting the best of the best? Being a member of security bodies like the ICO – the UK’s independent authority – means PIs operate discreetly, with your strictest confidentially. This body is set up to uphold information rights and data privacy for individuals. Although PIs don’t require experience in the police or military, it does offer more peace of mind for clients they have this background.
You can rest assured that investigators with a professional background will work hard to deliver expert results that are 100 percent above board. Unlike the police, however, PIs don’t hold the same legal rights over members of the public. For example, PIs can’t make arrests or trespass on private property. It is also illegal for anyone to impersonate a member of the police force to obtain any information for their private investigation.
By following this strict set of regulations and procedures alongside personal discretion, PIs can ensure all their work is completed to the highest standard and is admissible in court of law.
So, exactly what investigative methods can PIs utilise? The first rule of any PI investigation is that everyone remains safe and that they do not intentionally cause any damage or injury. PIs will then use whatever legal means necessary to acquire the relevant information. Here’s a rundown of what exactly PIs can and can’t legally use in their investigations:
Investigative methods vary from company to company. But most organisations will use a range of techniques to obtain certain information, whether it’s for a private individual or for corporate purposes. Here are a few possible examples of what exactly a PI can investigate:
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