Directors and Officers of businesses are constantly facing a challenging and ever changing environment. With tightening regulation, Brexit and emerging technologies, liability for negligent acts of executives is increasing dramatically. A standard business policy will not cover the negligent acts of a director, it is the director themselves that will have to fund and fight […]
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Driving in wellies and using winter tyres – could they invalidate your insurance?
Neil Willies Insurance Brokers Limited & Aviva bust winter driving myths and cover misunderstandings…… As the nights draw in and the weather worsens, Neil Willies and Aviva have put together a list of myths and misconceptions about driving at this time of year. But which are true, which are false and which depend on the […]
How a “No deal” Brexit may affect driving in the EU
The Association of British Insurers has set out advice for consumers and businesses who may be affected by a no-deal Brexit. Drivers are being advised of the need to contact their insurer, to arrange what is known as a “Green Card” and take it with them if they wish to drive their vehicle in the […]
How can retailers manage the risks of in-home delivery?
In-home delivery services are becoming increasingly popular. These services are made possible by smart lock technology and Waitrose is trialling such a scheme in the UK . But what are the risks of allowing unsupervised access into a stranger’s home and how can businesses manage and mitigate these risks? Whilst many Britons have had shopping […]
Are your Suppliers Cyber Secure?
The size and frequency of cyber-attacks and data breaches have been increasing in recent years, costing UK businesses big money. Recent research shows that for mid-market businesses alone, the costs associated with these attacks have reached at least £30bn a year. Unsurprisingly, most UK businesses are bolstering their own risk mitigation strategies in response. However, […]
Management Risk Package Insurance for Limited Companies – Neil Willies Insurance Brokers Limited & MPR Underwriting Limited
As one of Neil Willies Insurance Brokers Limited recommended partners MPR offer a wide product portfolio including – • Management risks package insurance for LLPs and third sector organisations • Crime insurance • Employment practices insurance • Pension scheme insurance and pension wind up insurance • Cyber cover • Professional liability • Financial institutions insurance […]
School Holidays see Home Insurance claims spike!
• Insurers’ data suggests ‘accidental damage’ home insurance claims increase during school holidays. • Claims in August 2018 rose by almost a third, compared to June 2018. • Smashed TVs, phones down toilets and carpet calamities are amongst common claims. With the new school term just starting, insurers are reporting on another spike in […]
The Great British Bake Off
The Great British Bake Off spurs 183% increase in claims for cooking related fires in UK homes… Accidental damage claims in the kitchen also rise by 12% during the period. The average claim is over £8,000 for cooking blazes and £900 for accidental damages. Claims for cooking related fires increase 183% during the three months […]
10 Reasons for Personal Accident & Business Travel Insurance
It is often thought that personal accident injuries just apply to work injuries and accident and health claims involve long and drawn out investigations. Here are 10 reasons you may need Personal Accident & Business Travel Insurance:- 1. Personal Accident insurance helps to protect a business’s most important asset – its people. It helps employees […]
Preventing Slips, Trips & Falls in the Workplace
Slips and trips are the most common cause of major injuries at work and can also be the causes for a range of other accident types such as falls from height. Most slips occur in wet or contaminated conditions. Most trips are due to poor housekeeping. Solutions to these are often simple and cost effective […]