Insurance
Fraudsters hiding low-value ‘stolen’ cars in lock-ups
With fraud on the rise in the UK as the recession bites, esure car insurance is tackling fabricated low-value car theft claims head-on by stepping up its use of sophisticated cognitive interviewing techniques from 8th June 2009.
June 6th most common day for over 50s home burglaries
June 6th is the day of the year when the highest number of home burglaries are reported by Saga customers, according to analysis of theft claims data from the past decade by Saga Home Insurance.
Leaving your dog alone can result in ‘separation anxiety'
Despite being often referred to as ‘man's best friend', many of Britain's beloved pooches are spending many hours at a stretch without any human company.
Direct Line offers new customers 50% off contents insurance
Direct Line is offering new customers 50% off the price of its contents insurance all summer long. There are also further discounts available with the purchase of multiple policies and for buying policies online, allowing huge savings to be made when getting fully insured this summer.
Credit crunch ruining the nation's teeth
Over 15% of the UK public have cancelled a dental appointment due to cost, a new study by Saga Health Cash Plan has revealed. It appears routine healthcare is becoming a victim of the current economic climate, with over a quarter (27%) of Brits cancelling fee-based appointments.
Quarter of Brits have been a victim of garden crime
The Nation's gardens are providing rich-pickings for thieves warns leading home insurance comparison website Gocompare.com.
Rising dental costs put Brits off visiting the dentist
Research from a survey by Tesco Dental Insurance has revealed Brits are finding it increasingly difficulty to find an NHS dentist. The results also show that rising dental costs are putting people off visiting the dentist.
Taking the stress out of moving home
With the traditional home buying and moving season upon us, people around the country will be facing the excitement but also the stress of moving house.
British motorists flout the law by fronting
Money conscious Brits are breaking the law by "fronting" on their car insurance to save cash, according to research from moneysupermarket.com (LON:MONY).
Pets are a woman’s best friend
In a twist on the age-old saying, it seems that pets are actually a woman's best friend. Research commissioned by Tesco Pet Insurance, reveals that a third of female pet owners consider their pets to be their best friend compared to 20% of men.
Boy racer extras increase premiums by as much as £6,225
Under 21's opting for ‘go-fast' extras such as spoilers, tinted windows and exhaust system changes can add up to £6,225 to the cost of insurance, according to research from uSwitch.com.
Insurer warns of 50% increase in motorcycle accidents
The UK's biggest insurer has identified this May Bank Holiday weekend (May 23-25) as the most dangerous time of the year for motorcyclists.
Yorkshire Bank introduce cash back offer on home insurance
Yorkshire Bank has introduced a £75 cash back offer on home insurance. The bank will pay up to £75 to anyone with a lower renewal quote who then takes insurance with Yorkshire Bank.
Your hobby collections maybe worth more than you think
Despite the economic downturn, research from Halifax Home Insurance shows over three quarters (78%) of homeowners want to hold on to their valuable collections such as stamps, coins and artwork rather than reap the profits, but Halifax warns they are risking losing their valuables if they don't insure them properly.
Check your insurance before taking your car abroad
British motorists hopping in their car and heading overseas in search of the sun could be driving into a heap of trouble, according to new research from uSwitch.com.