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title: Public Insights | Resources
description: Access valuable resources to enhance your OSINT investigations. Find guides, case studies, and blogs to maximise the potential of public data.
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[![UK Public Records Guide](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Resource%20Guide.png) Featured guide UK Public Records Guide for OSINT A curated guide to finding people, assets and connections through UK public records. Explore the guide →](https://publicinsights.uk/uk-public-records-guide-for-osint?hsLang=en)

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# Practical Guides, Case Studies and OSINT Insights

 Explore expert guidance, investigative techniques, product updates and real-world case studies to help you work faster and uncover more with UK public records.

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![Public Insights resource centre displayed on a laptop](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Blog%20Image.png)

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## Guides

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Cheat Sheets

Checklists

White Papers

[![Electoral Cheat Sheet](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Electoral%20Cheat%20Sheet.png?width=378&height=500&name=Electoral%20Cheat%20Sheet.png) **Fraud Prevention Readiness Checklist**](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Checklist%20Fraud.pdf?hsLang=en)

[![Electoral Cheat Sheet (1)](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Electoral%20Cheat%20Sheet%20(1).png?width=378&height=500&name=Electoral%20Cheat%20Sheet%20(1).png) **UK Electoral Roll for OSINT Cheat Sheet**](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Electoral%20Cheat%20Sheet%20(3).pdf?hsLang=en)

[![Business Cheat Sheet](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Business%20Cheat%20Sheet.png?width=378&height=500&name=Business%20Cheat%20Sheet.png) **UK Business Data for OSINT Cheat Sheet**](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Business%20Cheat%20Sheet%20(3).pdf?hsLang=en)

[![Planning Cheat Sheet](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Planning%20Cheat%20Sheet.png?width=378&height=500&name=Planning%20Cheat%20Sheet.png) **UK Planning Permission for OSINT Cheat Sheet**](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Planning%20Cheat%20Sheet%20(3).pdf?hsLang=en)

[![Rental Cheat Sheet](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Rental%20Cheat%20Sheet.png?width=378&height=500&name=Rental%20Cheat%20Sheet.png) **UK Rental Data for OSINT Cheat Sheet**](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Rental%20Cheat%20Sheet.pdf?hsLang=en)

[![Insolvencies Cheat Sheet](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Insolvencies%20Cheat%20Sheet.png?width=378&height=500&name=Insolvencies%20Cheat%20Sheet.png) **UK Insolvencies for OSINT Cheat Sheet**](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Insolvencies%20Cheat%20Sheet%20(1).pdf?hsLang=en)

[![Liquidations Cheat Sheet](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Liquidations%20Cheat%20Sheet.png?width=378&height=500&name=Liquidations%20Cheat%20Sheet.png) **UK Company Liquidations and Disqualifications for OSINT Cheat Sheet**](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Liquidations%20Cheat%20Sheet.pdf?hsLang=en)

[![Schools Cheat Sheet](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Schools%20Cheat%20Sheet.png?width=378&height=500&name=Schools%20Cheat%20Sheet.png) **UK School Register for OSINT Cheat Sheet**](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Schools%20Cheat%20Sheet.pdf?hsLang=en)

[![Charity Cheat Sheet](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Charity%20Cheat%20Sheet.png?width=881&height=1164&name=Charity%20Cheat%20Sheet.png) **UK Charity Register Cheat Sheet**](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Charity%20Cheat%20Sheet.pdf?hsLang=en)

[![Professions Cheat Sheet](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Professions%20Cheat%20Sheet.png?width=881&height=1164&name=Professions%20Cheat%20Sheet.png) **UK Professional Registers Cheat Sheet**](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Professions%20Cheat%20Sheet%20(2).pdf?hsLang=en)

[![Sports Cheat Sheet](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Sports%20Cheat%20Sheet.png?width=881&height=1164&name=Sports%20Cheat%20Sheet.png) **UK Sports Records Cheat Sheet**](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Sports%20Cheat%20Sheet.pdf?hsLang=en)

[![Land Reg Cheat Sheet](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Land%20Reg%20Cheat%20Sheet.png?width=881&height=1164&name=Land%20Reg%20Cheat%20Sheet.png) **UK Land Register Cheat Sheet**](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Land%20Reg%20Cheat%20Sheet.pdf?hsLang=en)

[![CCJ Cheat Sheet](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/CCJ%20Cheat%20Sheet.png?width=881&height=1164&name=CCJ%20Cheat%20Sheet.png) **UK CCJ Cheat Sheet**](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/CCJ%20Cheat%20Sheet.pdf?hsLang=en)

[![Wills & Probate Cheat Sheet (1)](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Wills%20%26%20Probate%20Cheat%20Sheet%20(1).png?width=881&height=1164&name=Wills%20%26%20Probate%20Cheat%20Sheet%20(1).png) **UK Wills & Probate Cheat Sheet**](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Wills%20%26%20Probate%20Cheat%20Sheet%20(1).pdf?hsLang=en)

[![Data Type Cheat Sheet (1)](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Data%20Type%20Cheat%20Sheet%20(1).png?width=378&height=500&name=Data%20Type%20Cheat%20Sheet%20(1).png) **UK People & Business Data for OSINT Investigations Cheat Sheet**](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Data%20Type%20Cheat%20Sheet%20(2).pdf?hsLang=en)

[![Executive Protection Cheat Sheet](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Exectuive%20Protection%20Cheat%20Sheet.png?width=881&height=1164&name=Exectuive%20Protection%20Cheat%20Sheet.png) **OSINT for Executive Protection Cheat Sheet**](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Executive%20Protection%20Cheat%20Sheet.pdf?hsLang=en)

[![image-png](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png.png?width=1295&height=1702&name=image-png.png) **UK Investigator's Field Guide for Unlocking Public Records**](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/UK%20Investigators%20Field%20Guide%20for%20Unlocking%20Public%20Records%20-%20Public%20Insights.pdf?hsLang=en)

## Blog

![What We Learned Building AI Agents for Intelligence Analysis and OSINT](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/AI%20Assisstan-1.png?width=500&name=AI%20Assisstan-1.png)

OSINT

##### What We Learned Building AI Agents for Intelligence Analysis and OSINT

 by Dan Faram

 Discover key lessons from developing AI agents for intelligence investigations, focusing on accuracy, validation, and the importance of human oversight.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/what-we-learned-building-ai-agents-for-intelligence-investigations?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/what-we-learned-building-ai-agents-for-intelligence-investigations?hsLang=en)

![The Future of OSINT Is Not Analyst Versus AI](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Human%20in%20the%20Loop.png?width=500&name=Human%20in%20the%20Loop.png)

OSINT

##### The Future of OSINT Is Not Analyst Versus AI

 by Sham Ahmed

 Explore how AI can enhance OSINT by aiding analysts in navigating vast information landscapes, ensuring human judgment remains central to intelligence processes.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/the-future-of-osint-is-not-analyst-versus-ai?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/the-future-of-osint-is-not-analyst-versus-ai?hsLang=en)

![Will APIs Become the New Normal for OSINT Teams?](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/AI%20Assisstan-1.png?width=500&name=AI%20Assisstan-1.png)

OSINT

##### Will APIs Become the New Normal for OSINT Teams?

 by Sham Ahmed

 Explore the shift in OSINT from traditional platforms to API integration, empowering teams to customize investigations using their own data and workflows.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/will-apis-become-the-new-normal-for-osint-teams?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/will-apis-become-the-new-normal-for-osint-teams?hsLang=en)

![Technology Sovereignty in OSINT: How Much Should It Matter?](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Data%20Sovereignty.png?width=500&name=Data%20Sovereignty.png)

OSINT

##### Technology Sovereignty in OSINT: How Much Should It Matter?

 by Sham Ahmed

 Explore the complexities of technology sovereignty in OSINT, examining how data location, control, and dependencies impact national security and operational integrity.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/technology-sovereignty-in-osint-how-much-should-it-matter?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/technology-sovereignty-in-osint-how-much-should-it-matter?hsLang=en)

![Why Charities Need to Know Who They Take Money From](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Charity%20Due%20Diligence.png?width=500&name=Charity%20Due%20Diligence.png)

OSINT

##### Why Charities Need to Know Who They Take Money From

 by Sham Ahmed

 Charities must carefully evaluate their funding sources to protect their reputation and mission, ensuring ethical alignment with potential donors and partners.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/why-charities-need-to-know-who-they-take-money-from?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/why-charities-need-to-know-who-they-take-money-from?hsLang=en)

![How do you actually know an AI intelligence tool works?](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/AI%20Assisstan.png?width=500&name=AI%20Assisstan.png)

OSINT

##### How do you actually know an AI intelligence tool works?

 by Dan Faram

 Explore how to validate AI intelligence tools for corporate investigations, ensuring they deliver trustworthy results through rigorous testing and verification methods.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/how-do-you-actually-know-an-ai-intelligence-tool-works?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/how-do-you-actually-know-an-ai-intelligence-tool-works?hsLang=en)

![Reuniting People with Their Assets: An Investigative Approach to Tracing Missing Individuals](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Carousel4-4.svg)

OSINT

##### Reuniting People with Their Assets: An Investigative Approach to Tracing Missing Individuals

 by Sham Ahmed

 Explore how investigative techniques and public records can successfully reunite individuals with their unclaimed financial assets in the UK.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/reuniting-people-with-their-assets-an-investigative-approach-to-tracing-missing-individuals?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/reuniting-people-with-their-assets-an-investigative-approach-to-tracing-missing-individuals?hsLang=en)

![Why Synthetic Identities Pass Existing Checks and How OSINT Reveals Their Full Story](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Fraud-1.svg)

OSINT

##### Why Synthetic Identities Pass Existing Checks and How OSINT Reveals Their Full Story

 by Sham Ahmed

 Discover how synthetic identities evade detection and learn how OSINT can unveil the full story behind them for enhanced security and fraud prevention.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/why-synthetic-identities-pass-existing-checks-and-how-osint-reveals-their-full-story?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/why-synthetic-identities-pass-existing-checks-and-how-osint-reveals-their-full-story?hsLang=en)

![Building a UK OSINT Tech Stack](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Frame%2012.svg)

OSINT

##### Building a UK OSINT Tech Stack

 by Sham Ahmed

 UK organisations are increasingly adopting UK-built OSINT tools for better alignment with local regulations and operational needs, supporting a growing domestic ecosystem.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/building-a-uk-aligned-osint-tech-stack?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/building-a-uk-aligned-osint-tech-stack?hsLang=en)

![Mapping Public Data Behind a BBC-Reported Organised Network](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Companies%20houe%20Feature.svg)

OSINT

##### Mapping Public Data Behind a BBC-Reported Organised Network

 by Sham Ahmed

 Mapping public data reveals patterns of interconnected businesses and directors, offering insights into the structure behind a BBC-reported network of convenience stores.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/mapping-public-data-behind-a-bbc-reported-organised-network?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/mapping-public-data-behind-a-bbc-reported-organised-network?hsLang=en)

![Using Multiple Public Data Sources for UK Investigations:  Celebrity Case Study](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Frame%2010.svg)

OSINT

##### Using Multiple Public Data Sources for UK Investigations:  Celebrity Case Study

 by Sham Ahmed

 Learn how combining multiple UK public datasets can build a comprehensive picture in investigations, using broadcaster Alan Titchmarsh's property as a case study.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/using-multiple-public-data-sources-for-uk-investigations-celebrity-case-study?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/using-multiple-public-data-sources-for-uk-investigations-celebrity-case-study?hsLang=en)

![Preparing for the Failure to Prevent Fraud Offence: Using Public Records to Show You Took Reasonable Steps](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Group%20713%20(2).png?width=500&name=Group%20713%20(2).png)

OSINT

##### Preparing for the Failure to Prevent Fraud Offence: Using Public Records to Show You Took Reasonable Steps

 by Sham Ahmed

 Prepare for the new Failure to Prevent Fraud offence with effective OSINT and public records checks to demonstrate reasonable fraud prevention steps.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/preparing-for-the-failure-to-prevent-fraud-offence-using-public-records-to-show-you-took-reasonable-steps?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/preparing-for-the-failure-to-prevent-fraud-offence-using-public-records-to-show-you-took-reasonable-steps?hsLang=en)

![Field Guide: Uncovering Property Links with HMO and Selective Licences](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Rental%20register.png?width=500&name=Rental%20register.png)

OSINT

##### Field Guide: Uncovering Property Links with HMO and Selective Licences

 by Sham Ahmed

 Learn how HMO and Selective Licence records can uncover hidden property links, incomes, and assets in UK investigations. Unlock valuable insights for investigators today.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/field-guide-uncovering-property-links-with-hmo-and-selective-licences?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/field-guide-uncovering-property-links-with-hmo-and-selective-licences?hsLang=en)

![Field Guide to Investigating with Planning Records](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Planning%20Permission%20Blog%20Image-1.svg)

OSINT

##### Field Guide to Investigating with Planning Records

 by Sham Ahmed

 Discover how planning records can unveil hidden property connections, financial signals, and risks, enhancing your OSINT investigations. Learn valuable tips for navigating these overlooked data sources.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/field-guide-to-investigating-with-planning-records?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/field-guide-to-investigating-with-planning-records?hsLang=en)

![Field Guide to Investigating People and Businesses via Business Records](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Frame%207.png?width=500&name=Frame%207.png)

OSINT

##### Field Guide to Investigating People and Businesses via Business Records

 by Sham Ahmed

 Investigate UK businesses and individuals using public records to uncover hidden shareholders, undeclared activities, and financial interests. Discover effective tools and methods for thorough investigations.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/field-guide-to-investigating-people-and-businesses-via-business-records?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/field-guide-to-investigating-people-and-businesses-via-business-records?hsLang=en)

![Field Guide to Investigating with the Electoral Roll](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Electoral%20Blog.svg)

OSINT

##### Field Guide to Investigating with the Electoral Roll

 by Sham Ahmed

 Learn how to leverage the UK electoral roll for effective OSINT investigations and ensure privacy protection for high-risk individuals.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/field-guide-to-investigating-with-the-electoral-roll?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/field-guide-to-investigating-with-the-electoral-roll?hsLang=en)

![How Identity Verification at Companies House Affects OSINT Investigations](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Companies%20houe%20Feature.svg)

OSINT

##### How Identity Verification at Companies House Affects OSINT Investigations

 by Sham Ahmed

 Companies House's new identity verification improves data reliability but still leaves gaps for OSINT investigators without public access to unique identifiers.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/the-impact-of-identity-verification-at-companies-house-on-osint?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/the-impact-of-identity-verification-at-companies-house-on-osint?hsLang=en)

![How a Private Investigator Used OSINT to Resolve a Landlord’s Emergency Leak](https://publicinsights.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/PI%20Leak%20Case%20Study%20Feature%20Image.png?width=500&name=PI%20Leak%20Case%20Study%20Feature%20Image.png)

OSINT

##### How a Private Investigator Used OSINT to Resolve a Landlord’s Emergency Leak

 by Sham Ahmed

 How a private investigator used OSINT to quickly resolve a landlord's emergency leak by identifying the property owner through public records.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/how-a-private-investigator-used-osint-to-resolve-a-landlords-emergency-leak?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/how-a-private-investigator-used-osint-to-resolve-a-landlords-emergency-leak?hsLang=en)

![Turning Comments in Planning Applications into Leads](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/HMO%20Comments.svg)

OSINT

##### Turning Comments in Planning Applications into Leads

 by Dan Faram

 Discover how comments on planning applications can be a goldmine for OSINT investigations, offering insights into asset tracing, community sentiment, and potential criminal activities.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/turning-comments-in-planning-applications-into-leads?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/turning-comments-in-planning-applications-into-leads?hsLang=en)

![Identifying an Unlicensed HMO with OSINT](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Flat%20Listing%20Image-1.svg)

OSINT

##### Identifying an Unlicensed HMO with OSINT

 by Sham Ahmed

 How a customer investigated an unlicensed HMO with OSINT techniques, including uncovering vital public records with Cradle.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/identifying-an-unlicensed-hmo-with-osint?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/identifying-an-unlicensed-hmo-with-osint?hsLang=en)

![Uncovering Hidden Assets with OSINT: Techniques for Locating Residences, Properties, and Other Land](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/House%20Blog%20Image.svg)

OSINT

##### Uncovering Hidden Assets with OSINT: Techniques for Locating Residences, Properties, and Other Land

 by Sham Ahmed

 Discover OSINT techniques for uncovering unknown residences in the UK using public and commercial data sources.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/uncovering-hidden-assets-with-osint-techniques?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/uncovering-hidden-assets-with-osint-techniques?hsLang=en)

![Addressing Bias in OSINT Methodology](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Bias%20Image.svg)

OSINT

##### Addressing Bias in OSINT Methodology

 by Sham Ahmed

 Mitigate bias in OSINT by diversifying sources, using structured techniques, enhancing cultural competency, and automating tasks for accurate and comprehensive intelligence.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/addressing-bias-in-osint-methodology?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/addressing-bias-in-osint-methodology?hsLang=en)

![Finding Rental Data During UK OSINT Investigations](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Rental%20register.svg)

OSINT

##### Finding Rental Data During UK OSINT Investigations

 by Sham Ahmed

 Learn how UK rental data can enhance OSINT investigations, uncovering hidden assets, undeclared income, and potential fraud more effectively.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/finding-rental-data-during-uk-osint-investigations?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/finding-rental-data-during-uk-osint-investigations?hsLang=en)

![Locating People in the UK with OSINT](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Finding%20People%20UK.svg)

OSINT

##### Locating People in the UK with OSINT

 by Sham Ahmed

 Learn how OSINT and public data sources in the UK can help locate missing individuals for various investigative purposes.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/locating-people-in-the-uk-with-osint?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/locating-people-in-the-uk-with-osint?hsLang=en)

![The Importance of Multi-Source Identity Resolution in OSINT](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/ID%20Res.svg)

OSINT

##### The Importance of Multi-Source Identity Resolution in OSINT

 by Sham Ahmed

 Learn how multi-source identity resolution enhances OSINT investigations by ensuring data accuracy, reducing misidentifications, and optimising decision-making in various fields.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/the-importance-of-multi-source-identity-resolution-in-osint?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/the-importance-of-multi-source-identity-resolution-in-osint?hsLang=en)

![A Game-Changing Play: Integrating Sports Team Data into OSINT Investigations](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Football%20Club%20Module.svg)

OSINT

##### A Game-Changing Play: Integrating Sports Team Data into OSINT Investigations

 by Sham Ahmed

 Discover how integrating football club data into OSINT investigations can provide crucial leads, making it easier to locate elusive individuals.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/a-game-changing-play-integrating-sports-team-data-into-osint-investigations?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/a-game-changing-play-integrating-sports-team-data-into-osint-investigations?hsLang=en)

![Ensuring Court Admissibility of OSINT with an Expert Witness Statement](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Expert%20Witness%20Statements%20Feature%20Image.svg)

OSINT

##### Ensuring Court Admissibility of OSINT with an Expert Witness Statement

 by Sham Ahmed

 Learn how to ensure OSINT is court-admissible by crafting expert witness statements using the MG11 template, enhancing the credibility and professionalism of your investigations.

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/ensuring-court-admissibility-of-osint-with-an-expert-witness-statement?hsLang=en)

[Read More](https://publicinsights.uk/blog/ensuring-court-admissibility-of-osint-with-an-expert-witness-statement?hsLang=en)

![Harnessing UK Planning Permission Data for OSINT Investigations](https://publicinsights.uk/hubfs/Planning%20Permission%20Blog%20Image-1.svg)

OSINT

##### Harnessing UK Planning Permission Data for OSINT Investigations

 by Sham Ahmed

 Discover how UK planning permission data enhances OSINT investigations, the challenges investigators face searching for it, and the solution with Cradle.

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##### Building out from Basic PII for Comprehensive OSINT Investigations

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