THE ALERT GROUP
Elite Ex-Military Security, Intelligence & Surveillance
Executing Relentless Private Security & Intelligence – Worldwide
📞 Call us: +44 7456 578597
✉️ Email us: Admin@theAlertGroup.co.uk
WHO WE ARE: PRIVATE INVESTIGATORS AND WHAT WE DO
Welcome to The Alert Group (TAG) Limited, an award-winning private investigation and close protection company based in Birmingham. Renowned for professionalism, discretion, and results, TAG is one of the most trusted choices for anyone seeking a Private Investigator in Birmingham or the UK.
Our highly trained team of skilled private investigators provides tailored services for individuals, families, businesses, private clients, and legal professionals across Birmingham, the Midlands, and nationwide. From discreet surveillance in Birmingham to specialist close protection, The Alert Group delivers confidential, accurate, and results-driven solutions designed to provide clarity, security, and peace of mind.
As one of the leading agencies for private investigator services in Birmingham, TAG combines traditional investigative experience with the latest technology. We handle everything from covert surveillance, background checks, GPS vehicle tracking, employee investigations, and corporate intelligence to family matters, fraud detection, and the protection of private communications.
Our team also specialises in locating missing persons, offering comprehensive investigative services conducted discreetly and in accordance with strict ethical and legal standards. Every client benefits from our commitment to confidentiality, ensuring sensitive information remains secure at all times.
We gather irrefutable photographic and video evidence that is legally admissible in court. Clients receive a detailed, comprehensive report summarising all findings, enabling them to make informed legal or personal decisions.
Our close protection services in Birmingham are equally respected. Many of our operatives come from military and high-level security backgrounds, offering VIP security, executive protection, travel security, and event safeguarding. Each service is delivered with maximum professionalism and minimal disruption to your daily life or business.
Based in the heart of Birmingham, The Alert Group responds rapidly across the Midlands and beyond. Our reputation is built on trust, discretion, and a client-first approach, making us the preferred agency for anyone seeking professional private investigation, surveillance, or close protection services.
If you are looking for a private investigator in Birmingham, require professional surveillance, or need expert close protection, contact The Alert Group today for a confidential consultation.
Our services
Infidelity Investigations
Private Investigation & Close Protection services across the UK — discreet, trusted, and available 24/7.
Private Surveillance
Professional Investigators and Protection Specialists deployed on request — revealing the truth through discreet surveillance.
GPS Vehicle Tracking
Track their movements live 24/7 via your phone or computer with our covert GPS surveillance — discreet, secure, and always active.
Electronic Surveillance
Our expert investigators use electronic surveillance to gather court-admissible evidence and enhance global operations — you're in safe hands.
Child Abduction Recovery
We provide specialist surveillance and protection services to help locate and recover abducted children — discreet, swift, and compassionate.
Undercover Services
We provide expert undercover surveillance across the UK, with agents skilled in taking on fake identities to discreetly uncover the truth.
Commercial Surveillance
Suspect employee misconduct? Our ex-military Private Investigators provide covert surveillance and close protection to secure evidence and ensure safe confrontations.
Missing Persons & People Tracing
Our Private Investigators work tirelessly using surveillance, online tools, and close protection to trace missing persons and reunite them safely with their families, offering compassionate post-care support.
Professional Bug Sweeping
Using advanced bug sweeping technology, our Private Investigators detect hidden spy devices to protect your privacy and enhance security during close protection and surveillance operations.
Testimonials
Our Elite Core Competencies
Close Protection & Bodyguard Services
Personal safety for VIPs, Executives, and HNWIs. From Residential Security Teams (RST) to mobile executive protection, we provide a “zero-compromise” environment.
- Tactical Advantage: Ex-military CPOs trained in high-threat environments.
- Lifestyle Integration: Discreet, low-profile operations that protect your privacy as much as your person.
Private Investigations & Surveillance
Moving beyond standard “detective” work to deliver actionable intelligence. We specialise in covert surveillance and complex evidence gathering.
- Admissible Evidence: HD video and photographic evidence formatted for UK Legal & HR proceedings.
- Corporate Intelligence: Mitigating internal theft, fraud, and industrial espionage.
Technical Surveillance Counter-Measures (TSCM)
In 2026, the most significant threats are often digital. Our “Bug Sweeping” and electronic counter-surveillance teams ensure your private boardrooms and residences are sterile.
- Advanced Sweeping: Detecting hidden listening devices, illicit cameras, and GPS trackers.
- Digital Forensics: Identifying breaches in your personal or corporate digital footprint.
Specialised Recovery & Tracing
From Child Abduction Recovery to locating missing persons and high-value asset tracing. We utilise global intelligence networks to deliver results where others fail.
- Rapid Deployment: Time-sensitive tracing and recovery operations.
- Global Reach: Operational capability across borders and jurisdictions.
The Alert Group Standard: Why We Are Different
Ex-Military Intelligence & Discipline
We believe that civilian security often lacks the strategic foresight needed to address modern threats. Our team brings the Intelligence Cycle (Direct, Collect, Process, Disseminate) to the private sector. This ensures our clients are always three steps ahead of any potential threat.
Radical Transparency & Discretion
Trust is our foundation. We are a fully ICO-Regulated and SIA-Licensed firm. We operate with radical transparency regarding our fees and methodology, but maintain radical discretion regarding our clients’ identities and movements.
2026 Technology Integration
We utilise the latest in 4K long-range optics, AI-driven behavioural analytics, and encrypted communication channels to ensure our surveillance remains undetected, and our protection is impenetrable.
Who We Protect & Serve
- Corporate Leaders & CEOs: Protecting human capital and intellectual property.
- High-Net-Worth Families: Securing estates, children, and assets with Residential Security Teams.
- Legal Professionals: Providing the “boots on the ground” intelligence required for high-stakes litigation.
- Public Figures & Celebrities: Managing crowd dynamics and privacy in high-pressure environments.
Our 24/7 Rapid Response
When a crisis occurs, time is your greatest enemy. The Alert Group maintains a Rapid Response Protocol, allowing us to deploy individual operatives or full tactical teams at short notice across the UK.
“Excellent service. Professional and helpful. Nothing was too much trouble. Kept me updated regularly and gave a full report at the end. Fantastic work, Ryan. Thank you.” — Private Client.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do you operate?
While our headquarters is in the West Midlands, we have operational teams deployed across the UK and can provide international protection and investigation details worldwide.
Are your services confidential?
Absolutely. We operate under strict Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and GDPR/ICO regulations. Your case or protection detail is never discussed outside of the operational team.
How do I get started?
Every task begins with a confidential consultation. We assess your specific requirements, conduct a preliminary risk review, and provide a clear, fixed-fee proposal.
Take Control of Your Security
Stop managing risk and start eliminating it. Contact The Alert Group today for a consultation.
📞 Call us: +44 7456 578597
✉️ Email us: Admin@theAlertGroup.co.uk
