Whether you're a plumber, electrician, joiner or builder, the tools of your trade are only half the picture. The right insurance protects your business when something goes wrong on site and for tradesmen working regularly on other people's property, that risk is a real part of the job. Why it matters Tradesmen face risks that [...]
Asbestos removal is one of the most tightly regulated trades in construction, and getting your insurance right is as much a part of the job as the strip-out itself. Beyond the everyday risks of any site, you're dealing with a hazardous material, strict compliance obligations, and clients who expect nothing less than full professionalism. Why [...]
Summer is the busiest time of year for outdoor events, community gatherings, and festival activity. From school fetes and village fairs to stallholders at music festivals, every event brings its own mix of opportunities and risks. That’s why organisers, venues and traders need insurance that understands the pace, complexity, and variety of summer events. Cover [...]
Protecting heritage events From village festivals to museum showcases, historical events bring the past to life for modern audiences. But behind the costumes, crowds and period detail, organisers also face a wide range of risks. Historical event insurance helps protect these occasions from accidents, damage and disruption, so the focus stays on the experience [...]
If you run a business, it is easy to assume your insurance is doing the job you need it to do. But cover can become out of date as your business changes, and that can leave gaps you do not expect. These FAQs answer some of the most common questions business owners ask about [...]
With warmer weather approaching, mobile catering vans, trailers and carts are hitting the road in bigger numbers. Whether you operate a food van, trailer, coffee cart, pop-up kitchen or event catering unit, you need insurance that keeps up with the way you trade. From local markets and private functions to festivals and large public events, every [...]
Inflatable and leisure equipment can be a great way to add fun, energy and excitement to an event or business offering. But whether you hire out bouncy castles, obstacle courses, soft play or other play equipment, there is always a level of risk involved. That is why having the right insurance in place matters. [...]
Rising Costs for Businesses When global conflict breaks out or trade policies shift, the effects are often felt far beyond the original event. For businesses, the impact can show up in supply chains, repair costs, replacement stock and the overall cost of claims. That can mean longer delays, higher expenses and rising insurance premiums. [...]
A Changing Market for Commercial Insurance The UK commercial insurance market is entering a new phase in 2026. After several years of sustained premium increases and tighter underwriting conditions, many commercial lines are beginning to soften but not all. For independent insurance brokers and risk advisers, this shift creates both opportunities and responsibilities when advising [...]
A recent new trend of mobile wellness is growing as the traditional sauna experience goes portable. From converted horseboxes to custom-built timber trailers, these portable saunas are popping up at lakeside retreats, festivals, and private events across the country. However, operating a business that combines high heat, wood-burning stoves, and public access on the move [...]
