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Burglaries DROP 57% during lockdown as insurer warns of “alarming” spike as restrictions ease
1 in 5 homeowners hide spare keys in their garden, under flowerpots or doormats 60% of homeowners don’t replace locks after losing house keys Home Insurance giant and police offer tips on keeping home safe With lockdown restrictions easing across the UK, Admiral Home...
Insurance giant reveals what havoc household pets can cause in homes
TVs, carpets, and computers are the most common casualties in pet-related household claims Accidents caused by dogs increased by more than a quarter (27%) last year in comparison to 2019 Admiral data reveals average value of pet-related claims equates to around £870...
Vulnerable road users
The pandemic has seen many changes to our everyday lives, one being the amount of people regularly out cycling, horse riding, running, and walking. This of course is great for our health and wellbeing but does carry an increased risk of traffic accidents. Vulnerable...
How to prevent property water damage
One of the most common claims we see is water damage to property, this can be caused by a variety of factors from changes in weather conditions or water pressure, general wear and tear, or poor workmanship. Incidents can be anything from blocked toilets, sinks...
TRULY, MADLY, DUPED: A third of romance scams during pandemic
More than one in ten (14%) people have been the victim of a romance scam. Just over a third (34%) of victims were targeted since March, during the height of the pandemic. Young people aged 25-34 years old, are the age group most likely to admit to having been the...
Affordable professional Insurance valuations
Buildings should always be insured for the amount it would cost to rebuild them. However, fewer than one in ten household properties in the UK are covered correctly. If you are over-insured you are probably paying too much for your buildings insurance. If you are...
Cyber criminals are smart but our Cyber Cover is smarter
We understand that the risk of cyber threats is greater than ever before. Could your business survive without access to your systems and data? Personal data has real value to criminals; losing it could be seriously damaging. Northcott Beaton Ltd and Aviva work...
Directors and Officers Insurance, do I need it?
At Northcott Beaton Ltd we understand the personal financial risks faced by directors and officers. Your liability is unlimited, and even unfounded allegations against you need to be investigated and defended — costing you money. That's why we work with hard to bring...
Affordable Professional Insurance Valuations
Buildings should always be insured for the amount it would cost to rebuild them. However, fewer than one in ten commercial properties in the UK are covered correctly. If you are over-insured you are probably paying too much for your buildings insurance. If you are...