November 20th 2013
Winter doesn’t have to wreak havoc on your business. With the correct preparations and the right level of business insurance in place, you’ll have the peace of mind you need to ensure your business can carry on, no matter what’s round the corner
November 18th 2013
With the weather predicted to take a turn for the worse this week, now’s a good time for a reminder on the basic rules of safety when driving
October 28th 2013
The effects of fire can be devastating and long lasting and regular fire safety checks on your property are a must. Homeowners and businesses alike should make every effort to reduce the chance of a fire occurring in the first place and reduce its ability to spread quickly, should one happen. Here are a few […]
October 17th 2013
You are probably aware that, following a ballot, members of the Fire Brigade’s Union (England and Wales) will go on strike for a second time this Saturday 19th October, from 1830 to 2330. In the parts of the UK affected, it may well be that the fire and rescue services will not be able to respond […]
October 11th 2013
The Talk of Manchester is one of the fastest growing business group organisations in the Greater Manchester area and they’re holding their Talk of Manchester Business Awards (#TheTOMs) ceremony at the National Football Museum in Manchester on Thursday 28th November. The event will celebrate the continuing growth of the Manchester business community through recognition of the […]
October 8th 2013
In response to feedback to our recent blog on landlords’ insurance, we have prepared a brief list of top-tips to consider before insuring your buy-to-let property
October 1st 2013
Effective from 1 October 2013, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) have implemented changes to the mandatory reporting of workplace injuries for businesses. The changes to the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) 1995 affect all employers – including the self-employed – and are intended to clarify and simplify the reporting requirements. […]
September 23rd 2013
Business owners in every industry face a wide and varied range of risks. You may be aware of the full range of risks facing your business and have put all the necessary precautions in place. Alternatively, you may only have taken a handful of the most obvious hazards into account, leaving the viability of your […]
September 5th 2013
The recent 2013 Websense Threat Report has revealed an alarming increasing in cyber attacks over the past year. Attacks have escalated on every front and through every channel with cyber criminals exploiting the advances in mobile technology and social media. Some key findings from the Report are as follows: Email threats Phishing and spam e-mails […]
August 27th 2013
Whether you are running a FTSE 100 listed company, or a small business with a relatively low profile, the need for adequate Directors and Officers Insurance (D&O) is the same. Many directors and officers of private companies are not fully aware of the legal dangers that could potentially have a devastating effect on both their […]