Insurance News - January 2007

31-01-2007  Drivers using mobiles face tougher penalties

People driving a car while using a mobile phone are set to face stiffer penalties including bigger fines and possible insurance hikes.Towards the end of next month, motorists using a ...View Full Details

30-01-2007  Cumbria Constabulary sets up mini-bike club

In an effort to erase the sight of hooded chavs belting around parks on microscopic motorbikes, Cumbria's police have set up a mini-bike club for the budding Barry Sheens'.Cumbria Constabulary ...View Full Details

29-01-2007  North-west rider signs new deal

A local motorbike rider hailing from Morecambe is making even more tracks in the pro circuit, having signed a deal with Honda UK and making a return to Supersport racing ...View Full Details

29-01-2007  A motorbike ride in the name of charity

Two wheels, ten days, thousands of miles and thousands of pounds for charity. This is the plan for a UK businessman completing a sponsored motorbike ride for Macmillan Cancer Support. ...View Full Details

26-01-2007  More green car insurance policies predicted

Increases in the number of people buying eco-friendly financial services will lead to more motorists taking out green car insurance, an expert claims.Figures showing that the amount spent by consumers ...View Full Details

26-01-2007  Burst pipes warning for homeowners

Householders are being encouraged to keep the details of their home insurance provider close at hand in case their pipes burst in the cold weather.According to Lloyds TSB Insurance, the ...View Full Details

26-01-2007  Easier's ones to watch at London bike show

With the MCN London Motorcycle Show at ExCeL fast approaching, Easier has run down its top bikes to make visitors put on the brakes.The Ducati 1098 is the number one ...View Full Details

25-01-2007  Parents 'claim on home insurance' for kids' belongings

Parents are being forced to claim on their home contents insurance when their children's belongings are lost or stolen, it has emerged.According to new research from Cornhill Direct, 30 per ...View Full Details

25-01-2007  Insurer issues guide to protect against bad weather

Many parts of the country continue to experience frost and snow this week and an insurance firm is offering advice to help homeowners secure their property during the period of ...View Full Details

25-01-2007  Don't forget your helmet

Bikers in the US are being advised on the safety aspects of motorcycling, although those in the UK may also want to take notice and ensure maximum safety on the ...View Full Details