Surveillance Rebounds Post-Covid

London’s Private Investigators See a Surge in Demand for Covert Surveillance

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 3, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- After a sharp decline in the aftermath of COVID-19, demand for high-level covert surveillance is now returning to pre-pandemic levels.

It’s a trend noticeable across the Private Investigation industry with several agencies reporting a significant rise in cases. Typical requests for covert surveillance include areas such as high-profile divorces and corporate disputes.

One of those noticing this return to pre-pandemic surveillance levels is Peter Torley, Lead Investigator at Private Detective London (PDL).

“Like so many other sectors, the world of private investigations in general saw a significant slowdown during the COVID-19 pandemic,” he said. “And surveillance work in particular virtually dropped off a cliff during that time.

“That was as a result of all the travel restrictions and various lockdowns, of course,” he said. “With fewer people travelling, particularly in and out of London, the city’s usual hustle and bustle was reduced to a standstill for a long period. That meant that the ability to track and monitor subjects was severely impacted.”

Refining strategies

Rather than sitting idle during the slowdown, however, PDL used the downtime to refine its operations in several ways.

“We looked at the industry as a whole during that time and planned how we could be a step ahead when the restrictions were lifted,” said Torley.

“Happily, we were able to overhaul some of our systems and update certain technology to the very latest cutting-edge techniques. Thankfully, that approach is already paying dividends for us.”

Another key challenge for the industry during and after the Pandemic was workforce retention. Many private investigators either retired or moved on to other careers due to the lack of work during COVID-19.

However, PDL took a proactive approach and focused on strengthening its surveillance teams.

“Thankfully, we’ve not only retained our personnel but boosted them, too. So I believe our investment in training and innovative techniques has put us in a stronger position than ever to return to the covert surveillance work that is now coming in again.”

More agile

With covert surveillance operations now back in full swing, it has helped the private investigation industry as a whole to see a solid and growing resurgence.

It’s not always completely about ‘cutting-edge’ however. One major change at PDL since the pandemic has been the return of pedal power.

“Yes,” laughed Torley. “But it’s pedal power with a big difference. In a busy city like London, electric bikes now offer the speed of motorcycles but with even greater flexibility in tight, congested areas. They allow our teams to track subjects more efficiently while blending seamlessly into city life. It’s been a significant change for us, to be honest. And it works really well.”

ENDS

Peter Torley
PDL(Private Detective London)
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