Insurance
Grey manifesto - Politicians urged to focus on over 50s
A new manifesto has been published ahead of the televised debates between the three main political parties to raise awareness of the most important issues to older voters, the majority of the electorate.
BIBA and Bluefin join forces to launch new D&O scheme
The British Insurance Brokers' Association (BIBA) has appointed Bluefin as the provider of its new members' scheme for Directors & Officers (D&O) insurance.
Halifax Insurance advises to protect home from cold weather
As much of the UK is engulfed by heavy snow and Britain suffers the coldest winter in over 100 years, Halifax Home Insurance advises homeowners how to protect their homes from extreme weather conditions.
Driving in adverse motoring conditions
Commenting on the adverse motoring conditions caused by the 2010 "Big Freeze", Steve Sweeney, head of motor insurance at moneysupermarket.com, said: "Motorists should ready themselves and their vehicles for ice and snow before taking to the roads.
Choosing breakdown cover
Will Thomas, head of motor at Confused.com, says: "Hoping for the best in extreme weather conditions like this is a highway to nowhere for anyone who needs the use of a vehicle.
Nearly 20 million Brits have not switched on to switching
2009 will definitely be remembered as the year we tried to tighten our belts. However, according to new research by comparison site Gocompare.com, nearly 20 million UK consumers haven't switched providers for everyday financial services and utilities in the last 12 months.
Car and home insurance discounts from Direct Line
Direct Line is kicking off 2010 with two offers to help customers save money, with discounts on car and home insurance.
A Snow Day could prove gloomy for Brits
The freezing weather conditions and snow have forced many Brits to stay at home, with road and school closures preventing them from working.
Start gaining Sterling pounds in 2010
While many Brits resolve to shift unwanted Christmas kilos in the New Year, moneysupermarket.com reveals how consumers can be gaining Sterling pounds through savvy savings on their financial products.
Little Iggy stars in new swiftcover.com ad campaign
Legendary rocker Iggy Pop returns to British TV screens to reveal ‘Little Iggy' in a new £30million advertising campaign for motor insurer swiftcover.com.
M&S Home Insurance to offer energy-efficient replacements
M&S is the first home insurance provider in the UK to offer policyholders two unique features which help householders reduce their impact on the environment if they make a claim.
Travellers advised to be cautious following Globespan collapse
Following the collapse of Globespan on December 16, HolidayExtras.com, the UK market leader in travel add-ons, has highlighted the importance of checking that travel insurance policies feature adequate cover for financial failures.
New Year road accidents to double as extra cars hit rush hour
The number of accidents on UK roads could more than double on Monday and Tuesday (4th & 5th January), as millions of extra cars hit the first morning rush hour after the Christmas break.
It's a New Year night in for UK
The UK is set to shun bars and clubs this New Year's Eve with almost two thirds of the population (71 per cent) preferring to see the new year in at home, reveals the fifth Post Office Home Insurance New Year survey.
Sainsbury's Home Insurance warns of post-Christmas claims
Sainsbury's Home Insurance is warning of a New Year spike in home insurance claims as homeowners look to cover the cost of damage done during the festive period.