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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 is the significance of the licenses granted by the Security Industry Authority?

How have police actions been perceived in relation to private investigators?