We The Oxford Detective Bureau will always endeavour to give our clients best advice and value for money by adhering to Best Practise Standards.

We Should accept responsibility for our actions and diligently carry out our roles in such ways that we:

Confirm clients' identities and establish that they have legal and moral right to commission an investigation.

Aree in advance with clients the objectives of the investigation and the fees, terms and conditions which will apply.

Deal with clients and others with discretion and courtesy and in ways which do not bring the reputation of either themselves in particular or the profession of private investigation in general, into disrepute.

Respect and protect clients' and others' privacy and lawful confidentiality.

Objectively disclose to clients all the information arising from an investigation, whether it is advantageous or disadvantageous, unless the law dictates otherwise.

Ensure that investigation specific and business records, administrative systems and procedures comply with legal requirements, protect against accidental disclosure and reflect best practice.

Carry out investigations in ways which are moral, honest, truthful and fair whilst adhering to legal and regulatory requirements.

Accept only those commissions which they consider themselves qualified to carry out.

Seek advice from and/or refer clients to, only those who have the experience, knowledge and skills needed to carry out the work, meet the necessary legal requirements and operate to the same/similar code of ethics.

Assist, when required by law to do so, the legal and regulatory authorities.

Act fairly and not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital status, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion or beliefs, disability, or any other difference in individuals which is not relevant to the Private Investigator's responsibility.