On 1st June, IPT (or Insurance Premium Tax,) a tax on general insurance premiums, will increase from 10 to 12 per cent, meaning the tax has doubled in just 18 months. This article looks at what this means to homes and businesses across the UK.
It's now been over a week since the WannaCry Ransonware hit the NHS and numerous other organisations around the World. This article looks at what happens now and what cyber security precautions you can take.
We arrived at work this morning to news of flooding in Jesmond Dene, Newcastle-upon-Tyne as a result of a burst water main. This has caused travel chaos throughout parts of the region as roads and train lines have been closed as the clean-up begins. This article looks at how you can restore your business to normal after a flood.
Some of the most popular shows on UK television are based around home improvements and increasing the cost of our homes. Leading insurance broker, NC Insurance, look at which alterations can add value to your home and which, can actually reduce the curb appeal and price of your property.
With the Wonga data breach being the latest headline to hit the cyber news, this article looks at cyber attacks and what your business can do to protect yourself from becoming the next victim.
After 12 months of supporting The Alzheimers Society as our Charity of the Year, we're delighted to confirm that Morpeth based non-for-profit organization, MS Research and Relief Fund, has been appointed our Charity of the Year for 2017/18.
If you think Bordereaux play in France Ligue 1 or that Average is a term to describe one (or more) of our local, North East, football teams this season then read on for our glossary of insurance terms. Starting with A to M.
On 27th February 2017, Lord Chancellor Elizabeth Truss announced a new discount rate of - 0.75 per cent for personal injury awards. This new rate comes into effect 20th March 2017 and was met with enthusiasm by personal injury victims and advocates, but with sharp criticism by insurers.
This article looks at what impact this news is likely to have on your insurance.
The data protection rules become effective on 25th May 2018. The new rules replace the 1995 and 2008 standards and directives. Fines for non-compliance can be up to €20 million or 4 per cent of annual global turnover.
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