Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Paranormal?
The Paranormal in a nutshell is defined as something that cannot be explained with modern techniques. Paranormal phenomenon are anomolies which occur, which no one in the situation can explain logically. In terms of searching for evidence of ghosts. The movement of a trigger object could be seen as paranormal, because there was no logical reason to why the trigger object could have moved. Assuming it was kept in an isolated location.
Do Ghosts actually Exist?
This is a question which is based mainly on belief. A number of people will say yes, a number of people will say no. Some people even say, 'I don't know!' The real answer is, no body knows. There is no evidence to suggest that ghosts exist, but if you turn it on it's head, there is no evidence to suggest that ghosts don't exist. UKSPI is here to find the answer to this question.
What does UKSPI stand for?
UKSPI stands for The United Kingdom Society for Paranormal Investigation.
What does UKSPI actually do?
UKSPI is an organisation which is dedicated to answering one of life's ultimate questions. Do ghosts exist? UKSPI combines both pioneering research methods, and other well known experiments to critically asses each paranormal case individually and to carry out research into the property at which the experience occured. From then, UKSPI will comission a full report to be produced to evaluate all finding and assess all arguements connected with the property in question.
How do I join UKSPI?
UKSPI is one of the UK's most well known and most respected paranormal organisation in the country. Therefore, UKSPI has a high number of applications. UKSPI recieves around 30 applications per week to join UKSPI. Don't let that put you off! We do accept new members. If you would like to join, please e-mail UKSPI for an application form at info@ukspi.co.uk
I do not know anything about the paranormal, can I still join?
Yes of course! All new members of UKSPI will be fully trained on investigations as well as a few seminars which occur at fortnightly meetings.
My house is haunted, what can UKSPI do for me?
If you think your house is haunted. You can contact UKSPI for further information. UKSPI does not remove a ghost from your house. UKSPI can only evaluated the activity you are getting in your house. No paranormal organisation can remove a ghost from your house, no matter what they believe. If you think your house is haunted, e-mail us disturbances@ukspi.co.uk
Should I be worried about UKSPI coming to evalute my haunted house?
No, you shouldn't be worried! But UKSPI will be honest. After an investigation, it can go three ways. The paranormal activity could continue unharmed. It may decrease in activity, or it could increase activity.
Should I get an excorcism?
There is no proof the exorcisms can remove ghosts. Exorcisms can also go the three ways mentioned in the above answer.
What is EVP?
EVP stands for Electronic Voice Phenomenon. It is believed by many people to be the voice of the dead. EVP has been caught in a number of locations by UKSPI. This does not nessicarily mean that EVP does exist. UKSPI is currently researching reasons and explanations of EVP during its investigations, as well as looking at other EVP caught by other organisations.
What is EMF?
EMF is Electromagnetic Fluctuation. It is based on the law of thermodynamics. This being that everything needs energy to manifest or form, even ghosts. It is thought that EMF will be increased around the point as which a ghost is manifesting. This is only a theory which UKSPI is constantly researching.