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The Home Secretary announced new regulations making it a criminal offense to operate as an unlicensed private investigator. Licenses will be issued by the Security Industry Authority after thorough checks. Accusations against investigators include illegal information gathering, with some linked to reality shows. The issue has surfaced due to claims of police double standards, targeting journalists while ignoring others.

What new regulation did the Home Secretary announce regarding private investigators?

• They must wear clean suits.

• Operating without a license will be a criminal offense.

• They need to report to the police weekly.

• They must undergo psychological evaluations.

Who is responsible for granting licenses to private investigators?

• The Police Department

• The Home Office

• The Ministry of Justice

• The Security Industry Authority

What role does Mark Rogers play in the discussion?

• He is a police officer.

• He is a security consultant.

• He is a Home Affairs correspondent.

• He is a private investigator.

What is one of the main accusations against private investigators?

• They are working with journalists.

• They are not paying taxes.

• They have been illegally obtaining information.

• They are involved in reality shows.

What claim has been made about police actions?

• They are applying double standards.

• They are ignoring private investigators.

• They are collaborating with investigators.

• They are providing licenses.