COVID-19’s impact on driving tests Driving Theory tests are suspended until 08 May for now. You can book a theory test now for a date from 09 May. If your driving test is delayed and your theory test runs out before your next test, you will need to re-take a theory test (they are valid…
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Winter Risk Management Guide
We have put together information on common risks, from extreme weather damaging buildings and causing dangerous driving conditions, to keeping your staff safe. Plus, in each section there are links to more detailed information and risk assessment checklists, which you can tailor to your business. Plus, in each section there are links to more detailed…
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Vehicle thefts are on the increase – What can you do?
The number of vehicles being stolen has gone up 30%. In 2013, 66,000 were stolen, that number rose to 86,000 in 2017 and the value of those stolen has been rising. Unless these are recovered quickly – usually via a tracker of some kind, the recovery rate for stolen vehicles is stubbornly low. Evidence suggests…
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5 steps to an accident free Easter egg hunt
Easter egg hunts can be a fantastic way to raise funds – the upfront costs are minimal, it is an enjoyable way of getting people involved in your cause and there are tasty prizes for everyone involved. It is a good opportunity for all members of the community, regardless of age, to come together and…
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Water damage – over 25% of all claims originated from this risk
In 2016, escape of water contributed to over a quarter of all domestic property insurance claims, ranking above ‘weather’ and ‘fire and explosion’. Between January and September 2017, these claims totalled £483m – an increase on the previous year. However, it’s also an issue in the commercial space. The continuing rise in escape of water…
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Engineering Inspection Insurance
Engineering inspection of plant and machinery is essential to ensure the safety of employees and the general public. It will also ensure your business meets the statutory requirements for workplaces in the UK. Evidence of compliance with health and safety law is very important if customers are to avoid interventions from the HSE. An engineering…
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Simon Horton joins Ascend to head up Transportation & Logistics
We are pleased to announce that Simon Horton has joined Ascend as Transportation & Logistics Director to oversee our continued growth in the haulage, car transportation, freight and associated trades. Simon has over 20 years transportation broking experience having held a number of high profile market positions, most recently as deputy managing director at Arthur…
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Covernotes Winter 2017 Newsletter
Winter 2017 Newsletter Please download our winter 2017 newsletter Winter covernotes 2017 In this months Covernotes we cover:- Motor Vehicles: the new instruments of terror Weather-proof your business against the winter Social engineering, spear phishing, whaling…the latest trends in cyber-crime Are you GDPR ready? Recovering after a flood How would you handle a product recall?…
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11 ways keep burglars at bay over Christmas
Make sure Santa Claus is the only person sneaking into your home over Christmas by following these festive security tips. As Christmas approaches, homes will be filled with gadgets and expensive gifts. But just as you are looking forward to giving and receiving those festive goodies, burglars are looking forward to stealing them from you. …
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When did you last have your jewellery insured?
When did you last have your jewellery valued? It is so important to make sure your jewellery and other assets are insured for their correct value and are kept up to date so that an insurance claim can be settled swiftly without a sorry story. High Net Worth Quotation It is estimated that 90% of…
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