Insurance
Insurance could save your wedding
Specialist wedding insurer Ecclesiastical is urging couples who have planned to get married abroad in the near future to check their cover with their wedding insurance provider.
Critical illness payouts continuing to rise
More critical illness claims were paid out than ever before in 2009, as the problem of non-disclosure continued to be eradicated from the protection industry, a new survey from Investment Life & Pensions Moneyfacts has revealed.
Three million households targeted by distraction burglars
Almost three million households believe they have encountered bogus callers or distraction burglars in the last 5 years according new research for Sainsbury's Home Insurance.
Kia insurance deal with Equity Direct Broking
Buyers of new and used Kia vehicles can now access competitive motor insurance cover following the manufacturer’s alliance with leading UK insurer, Equity Direct Broking.
Support for Halifax customers affected by air travel disruption
Halifax has announced how it is supporting personal banking customers abroad that are affected by the disruption to air travel.
The Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home wins Petplan donation
The Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home has won a valuable donation of £500 from the UK’s favourite pet insurance provider, Petplan. Rosemary Eggleston, Finance Manager of the dog and cat home says the money will go towards helping them continue to provide the animals with the necessary care and attention.
moneysupermarket.com - increase in savings on car insurance
moneysupermarket.com has revealed an update to the average saving made by shopping around for car insurance on its site. Motorists could save £224.02 on their annual insurance premium, an increase of 15 per cent on the savings customers were making in January.
Is your cover for golf clubs below par?
The thrill and excitement of the Masters tournament in America will no doubt see a rush to dust off the golf clubs, with many amateur golfers trying to emulate Phil Mickleson on the fairways and greens at the weekend.
Car insurance prices continue rising
Car insurance prices have continued to rise steeply in the first quarter of 2010, according to the Confused.com/EMB Car Insurance Price Index, rising by 4.3%.
Restrictions extended prolonging travel chaos
Steve Williams, head of travel insurance at Confused.com comments on the unprecedented travel situation, asking insurers to come up with a clear position - and fast.
Aviva UK Health launches Speedy Diagnostics
Aviva UK Health has announced the launch of Speedy Diagnostics, a new low cost private health insurance policy giving customers the peace of mind that they have prompt access to specialist consultations and diagnostic tests.
NatWest and RBS help stranded travel customers
Financial help is on hand for NatWest and RBS customers stranded abroad due to the volcanic ash cloud. The banks have pulled together a package of assistance with the following initial measures:
HSBC, first direct and M&S policies to cover volcanic ash disruption
HSBC, M&S Money and first direct have today confirmed that, although claims relating to volcanic eruptions are not usually covered by travel insurance policies, they will, on this particular occasion, allow claims from UK customers affected by the volcanic ash that has recently grounded flights*.
NatWest offers advice to travel insurance customers
NatWest offers advice to travel insurance customers after volcanic ash affects UK flights.
ABTA - UK airport disruption due to volcanic ash
Due to a volcanic eruption in Iceland, ABTA is urging customers to liaise with their travel provider or airline for the latest information in relation to their travel plans.