Insurance News - January 2008

23-01-2008  A fifth have no home buildings insurance

One-fifth of British consumers have neglected to secure a home buildings insurance policy, recent research has demonstrated. The latest figures from home insurance provider Nationwide show that 20 per cent ...View Full Details

22-01-2008  'More thinking needed' on green fuels

There needs to be more collaborative thinking and coordination between the various parties involved in regulating and encouraging the uptake of environmentally-friendly fuels, it has been claimed.Car insurance provider AA ...View Full Details

22-01-2008  Ice ahead 'may cause home insurance claims'

The Met Office has predicted icy conditions this week that could lead some UK consumers to claims on their home insurance policies.People living in Northern Ireland and parts of England ...View Full Details

22-01-2008  Commemorative canine stamps to be launched

Consumers who are crazy for canines may well find that they are interested in a set of special stamps which are due to be released by the Royal Mail in ...View Full Details

21-01-2008  Pet insurance 'has never been more important'

The importance of adequate cover for domestic animals was outlined today by pet insurance provider LV=.Andrew Beard, head of business development at the firm, commented that as a wider range ...View Full Details

21-01-2008  Carry out risk a assessment, says Which?

Some insurance policies can be completely unnecessary, according to consumer watchdog Which?.The organisation explains that there are a great number of insurance policies currently available and that not all of ...View Full Details

21-01-2008  Pre-flood advice given by home insurance provider

Listening out for flood warnings and having plenty of sandbags to hand were pieces of advice given to consumers by home insurance provider MORE TH>N in recent days.The provider also ...View Full Details

18-01-2008  Pets offered transport and therapy service

Pet owners looking for assistance with transporting their animals may receive a helping hand, it has emerged.Jo Buckingham, a professional dog listener from Hill Park in Congresbury, transports pets to ...View Full Details

18-01-2008  Homeowners 'need adequate insurance'

Bad weather has prompted advice from a home insurance provider that homeowners should not neglect their policies. Steve Johnson, head of Sainsbury's Home Insurance, says that winter rain and ...View Full Details

18-01-2008  Budding cooks 'advised to take care in the home'

Cooking carelessness causes more home fires than any other reason, according to Halifax Home Insurance. The insurer has advised homeowners to take extra care and suggested the popularity of ...View Full Details