Insurance News - February 2008

06-02-2008  Dogs 'drive owners round the bend'

Motorists in Greater Manchester who do not make sure their dogs are safe when travelling in a vehicle with them have been chastised by a road safety campaign.Drivesafe states that ...View Full Details

06-02-2008  'A third' of renters have no home insurance

Over a third of private renters (37 per cent) have no home insurance for their possessions, according to Zurich.Research carried out by the financial services provider also suggests that a ...View Full Details

06-02-2008  Protect romantic gifts, says Direct Line

Consumers have been urged to ensure that costly Valentine's Day presents are protected to avoid heartache on the romantic day.Home insurance provider Direct Line notes that Brits are readying themselves ...View Full Details

05-02-2008  Parents 'should explain car insurance to kids'

Parents have a responsibility to educate their children on financial matters such as car insurance, according to personal finance publication Moneywise.Editor of the publication Rachel Lacey stated in recent days ...View Full Details

05-02-2008  Pass Plus 'could lower car insurance costs'

Taking part in the Pass Plus scheme could help younger road users to lower the costs associated with car insurance, according to the Association of British Insurers (ABI).In recent days, ...View Full Details

05-02-2008  Top 21 dog walks revealed

The UK's best 21 dog walks have been outlined by Hill's Pet Nutrition and a number of tourism bodies.In collaboration with VisitScotland, EnjoyEngland and VisitWales, the company has listed the ...View Full Details

04-02-2008  Owners given advice on caring for ferrets

A new guide designed to help ferret-owners care for their pets more effectively has been launched in the UK. The publication, which has been developed by the British Veterinary Association's ...View Full Details

04-02-2008  Right insurance 'is essential'

Taking out an appropriate insurance policy can be of essential importance for British families aiming to keep their finances in good health, it has been suggested. According to the Association ...View Full Details

04-02-2008  Switching home and motor insurance cover 'could generate savings'

British consumers could be making significant savings by switching their insurance providers, according to recent research. Figures compiled by MoneyExpert have shown that by changing their motor insurance and home ...View Full Details

01-02-2008  'Millions' victims of icy incidents

More than six million drivers in the UK have has had a road accident while driving in wintry conditions, according to research commissioned by esure car insurance.The firm notes that ...View Full Details