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Car insurance is not only a legal requirement, but it can be very helpful for breakdown recovery and collisions caused by bad weather. It’s not a miracle worker though, and the best car insurance policy in the world can’t prevent you from running into problems in the first place.

On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me, a getaway to Helsinki. Haven’t you heard, winter city breaks are all the rage? With most of Europe close enough to get to in under five hours, why not treat yourself to a festive frolic in one of the twelve cities we’ve chosen.

Halloween and Bonfire Night, and the days running up to them, are traditionally some of the busiest nights of the year for the police, the fire brigade and other agencies.

Bonfire night is a time to enjoy the chilly outdoors with family and friends. However it’s also important to remind your customers to stay safe by following some simple guidance and advice. Sparklers, fireworks and bonfires are all safety hazards and could impose danger if not respected.

The end of British Summer Time signifies shorter days, longer nights and a 20% rise in home burglaries across the UK. The aftermath of a break-in can be devastating and often leaves homeowners feeling unsafe in their own homes.

With the clocks going back this Sunday 30th October at 2am, this marks the end of British summertime. It also means the road conditions are changing, so it’s important that your customers take extra care and attention to reduce risk this winter.

Fight the urge to tuck yourself away with a bowl of your favourite sweet treats this Hallows Eve and get more active indoors and out….. no excuses …..

Insurance offers a vital security blanket for all sorts of essential activities, from driving your car to running your business.

But over the years insurers have been asked to provide protection against some rather more unusual circumstances. Here are a few of our favourites…

Whether you’re trick or treating with the kids, attending a bonfire or staying firmly indoors, your home, family and business are all exposed to some seriously scary risks at this time of the year.

Halloween can be traced back as far as the ancient festival of Samhain when, on the 31^st of October, the ghosts of the dead would revisit the mortal world. To ward off any evil spirits in their midst, large bonfires were lit in each village.