Sensitive recordings need careful handling, accurate transcription and the right people. The Typing Works has transcribers who hold National Security Vetting clearance through United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV), alongside our usual DBS checks.
For police forces, solicitors, public sector organisations and investigation teams, this offers an additional consideration when choosing a transcription provider for confidential work.
If your organisation requires security vetted transcribers, contact us before sending your recordings. We can discuss your requirements, confirm the relevant clearance details and establish whether we can support your assignment.
Transcription for police, legal and public sector clients
Police interviews, legal discussions and internal investigations can contain highly sensitive information. Recordings may identify witnesses, describe allegations or reveal personal circumstances that demand particular care.
The Typing Works welcomes enquiries about sensitive transcription projects, including:
- Police interviews and investigative recordings
- Legal interviews and case preparation discussions
- Disciplinary hearings and workplace investigations
- Public sector interviews and internal reviews
- Confidential meetings involving sensitive personal or organisational information
Different organisations set different requirements for access to their material. Tell us about your procurement conditions, security procedures and any specific clearance requirements so we can assess the assignment with you.
Why choose a security vetted transcriber?
When you commission sensitive transcription, you need confidence in the person who handles your recording as well as the quality of the finished transcript.
Access to transcribers with National Security Vetting clearance can help organisations meet specific personnel vetting requirements. Our team can discuss those requirements before you commit to a project.
Clearance belongs to the individual. It does not automatically cover every transcriber, every assignment or The Typing Works as an organisation. We will confirm the relevant individual’s clearance and suitability for your requirements before agreeing the work.
Does a DBS check provide National Security Vetting clearance?
No. DBS checks and National Security Vetting serve different purposes. A DBS check does not establish that someone holds National Security Vetting clearance.
If your specification requires a particular clearance level, include that detail in your enquiry. This helps us identify the appropriate transcriber and clarify any client approval requirements at the outset.
Agree the details before transcription starts
Clear instructions help us deliver a transcript that meets your needs. Before work begins, we can discuss:
- The recording length, number of speakers and audio quality
- Your required transcription style and document format
- Speaker labels, timestamps and anonymisation instructions
- Your deadline and any project specific handling requirements
- The personnel clearance your organisation requires
Please describe the project initially without attaching sensitive recordings. We can then agree the appropriate arrangements for sharing your files.
Discuss your sensitive transcription requirements
Do you need transcription support from a transcriber with National Security Vetting clearance? Contact The Typing Works today with an outline of your project, your deadline and your clearance requirements. We will discuss a suitable approach and provide a quotation.
Rebecca is the UK’s recognised leading authority in human academic transcription and secure research audio analysis, delivering reliable, detail‑perfect documentation across every field. With a first‑class law degree from the University of Birmingham, she brings a detail‑driven, ethically grounded approach to every project, from qualitative interviews and focus groups to legal research, medical studies, workshops, dictations, court evidence, and more. If you’re looking for a trusted partner who understands the demands of research and the importance of precision, let’s connect.