Insurance News - December 2007

10-12-2007  "Simple steps" can prevent festive home insurance claims

There are a number of simple ways in which homeowners can lessen the chances of having to make a home insurance claim after a burglary this Christmas, according to Liverpool ...View Full Details

10-12-2007  Car thieves' top Christmas steals noted

Greater Manchester police have released a list of the most popular items stolen from cars in an attempt to get consumers to be more vigilant, which could reduce the risk ...View Full Details

10-12-2007  Increased home insurance 'advisable to cover new installations'

Following the installation of new features in a property, policyholders may be advised to increase their home insurance to cover its value, according to the British Insurance Broker's Association (Biba).Steve ...View Full Details

07-12-2007  Stunt rider to honour Evel Knievel

Stunt rider Robbie Maddison has revealed his upcoming world record attempt will be dedicated to Evel Knievel.Maddison will endeavour to jump a football field on his motorcycle in Las Vegas ...View Full Details

07-12-2007  Santa Paws

Owners wishing to give their pets a special treat this festive season will be able to take their furry friends to visit Father Christmas.Bath Cats and Dogs Home aims to ...View Full Details

06-12-2007  Car insurance claims 'more likely for August test-passers'

Those consumers who pass their driving test during August are the most likely to have to make a car insurance claim, according to new research by Admiral.A study by the ...View Full Details

06-12-2007  Brits risk home insurance claims 'by hoarding gifts'

Almost half of Brits throw unwanted Christmas gifts into their cupboards and lofts, according to new research by Barclays.Results of the study by the home insurance provider indicate that friends, ...View Full Details

06-12-2007  Consumers urged to check policies at Christmas

Home insurance provider RIAS has urged people to check that their policies provide them with adequate protection during the Christmas period.The firm noted that expensive presents such as designer clothes, ...View Full Details

06-12-2007  'Reincatnation'

Some 13 per cent of the British public believe that their pet may have led a previous life, according to a leading pet insurance firm.A survey carried out by Petplan ...View Full Details

05-12-2007  'Bafflement' in home insurance market

Consumers are confused as to where they can buy their home insurance policies from, according to Sainsbury's Bank.New research by the financial services provider suggests that 2.94 million people believe ...View Full Details