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Haulage Industry Update: RHA Standard Terms of Carriage 2020
Effective from 1 September 2020, the revised Conditions reflect changes in the law and members’ experience in using them. Click to read more…
Autumn 2020 Covernotes Newsletter
Our latest business insurance newsletter is now available to download in PDF format
Summer 2020 Covernotes Newsletter
Our latest business insurance newsletter is now available to download in PDF format
Ground Source and Air Source Heat-pumps
Gas boilers are being phased out in the future (2025) and there is already a move towards other forms of heating/cooling
Frontline Heroes
During these difficult times there are many frontline workers putting themselves out there to keep our country going. Some of these are visible – NHS and Emergency Services – but others less so, one of which is the agricultural industry
The importance of knowing your premises construction
Whenever we buy insurance whether it be for our home or our business premises, Insurers will always ask what the construction of the building is. You may hear terms such as ‘standard construction’, ‘timber frame’, ‘combustible lining’, ‘composite panels’ – but what are these terms and why is it so important?
Coronavirus – UK Insurance Policy Wording Considerations
The Coronavirus situation could cause significant financial impact across a wide spectrum of businesses. This Technical Bulletin considers in general terms how typically currently worded insurances for U.K. insureds might respond to the Coronavirus outbreak
Feature Friday with Hunter French Estate Agents
Welcome to our Bluestone Insurance Feature Friday where each week we speak to an independent local business.
In March we are focusing on the Property sector. This week Danny met with Sam Kidner from Hunter French Estate Agents.
Property Focus – Checking your Building Sum Insured
Properties can be over-insured (about 20%) but it is increasingly common for buildings to be under-insured. In fact, on average over 65% of property owners are insuring for only 60% of the actual rebuild value…
Property Focus – Flood Insurance from “Floodflash”
Flood insurance for those who are having difficulty in obtaining cover via the usual route. FloodFlash is new kind of insurance. Payouts are triggered when flood waters reach a pre-determined level. You as the business owner decide on the water level (depth) and the amount of compensation
Feature Friday with Cirencester Sales & Lettings
Continuing our focus on Property in March, Bluestone’s Danny Gale spoke with Michelle from Cirencester Sales & Lettings.
Electrical Safety and Your Responsibilities
As a commercial landlord, you have a duty of care to ensure the safety standards of your properties are maintained