Insurance News - September 2007

13-09-2007  Pet show supports church fund

Over 140 dogs took part in a pet show in Norwich to raise funds to support Fundenhall Church Restoration Fund, it has been reported.A range of pets were involved in ...View Full Details

13-09-2007  'Green' home and motor insurance policies 'may be on the way'

The introduction of an increased number of environmentally-aware motor and home insurance policies may be on the way, following the launch of a climate change initiative by the insurance industry.ClimateWise ...View Full Details

13-09-2007  Young drivers 'can lower their motor insurance premiums'

There are a number of ways in which younger motorists can reduce their car insurance premiums, according to a leading insurer.While young drivers are always subject to higher premiums, there ...View Full Details

12-09-2007  Beware when buying second-hand electrical items, warns Halifax Home Insurance

New research from Halifax Home Insurance has warned consumers to beware when making purchases from car boot sales.The study indicates that some 5.6 million Britons have bought items from car ...View Full Details

12-09-2007  'Nearly a third' of old cats suffer from arthritis

Almost a third of older cats may be suffering from a painful disease, it has been reported.According to research carried out by the University of Glasgow, up to 30 per ...View Full Details

11-09-2007  'High-risk' home insurance areas identified

Home insurance consumers may be living in locations that result in them having to pay higher insurance premiums, a new study has suggested.Cover is most expensive in Bacup in Lancashire, ...View Full Details

11-09-2007  Avoid home insurance claims 'by consulting professionals' before big DIY projects

To avoid the risk of devaluing their house, consumers - including home insurance customers - are being urged to consult professionals before carrying out major property improvements.Halifax's Home Improvement Survey ...View Full Details

11-09-2007  Car insurance dodgers 'face the crusher'

Consumers who avoid paying their motor insurance face having their vehicles crushed, it has been reported.Local authorities in the East Sussex town of Lewes seized some 50 vehicles that were ...View Full Details

11-09-2007  Pet owners advised to 'belt-up' their dogs

Drivers should ensure that their pets are safely secured when they travel with them in a vehicle, it has been reported.According to the News & Star, motorists should use a ...View Full Details

10-09-2007  Car insurance consumers picky about parking, says Halifax

New research by Halifax Estate Agents has suggested that many Brits - including car insurance consumers - are fussy with regard to where they park their motor.Some 13 per cent ...View Full Details