UK Insurance News

Direct Line are among many insurers who are declining to quote for cover for lost luggage and delayed flights at Heathrow’s troubled T5 terminal.
A spokesman for Direct Line said: “We will not cover these risks for anyone using T5 after the start of the problems as anyone calling up for a quote will be well [...]

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Allianz Insurance has become the first company to penalise drivers with a conviction for driving while using a mobile phone, hiking premiums for offenders by a third.
It is thought that other insurers will follow the lead of Allianz as they are forced to help the government and police clamp down.
The seriousness of the offence was [...]

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Many small business owners are unaware of their responsibilities when it comes to supplying fire fighting equipment and staff safety training a report from Norwich Union Risk Service claims.
Research showed that under half of the bosses surveyed had any knowledge of the Regulatory Reform Fire Safety Order (RRFSO) legislation.
Martin Hartley, property class specialist for NURS, [...]

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Insurance premiums for motor and home have not hit the peaks anticipated, say the AA British Insurance Premium Index in their latest findings.
After soaring by 6% through last year, the index now records a small fall, with the average fully comprehensive motor insurance now standing at £682, down a not very exciting £3 on December [...]

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A report from the UK’s biggest Motorcycle Insurance Specialist Carole Nash, reveals that Motorcycle owners living in parts of London and Liverpool are at most risk of having their vehicle stolen.
Greater London postcodes featured in eight out of the top ten highest risk areas, with North West London being the area of highest risk, with riders [...]

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