Insurance

No claims discount protection for vandalism victims

Direct Line, UK car insurer is preserving no claims discount for customers who fall victim to vandals. New and existing customers with comprehensive cover will have this extra peace of mind from January 2008 at no extra cost.

Gadgets, gear and gizmos make sure your covered

More than two million people are leaving possessions worth more than £20,000 at risk by failing to check their home contents insurance now Fair Investment Company is urging consumers to check that they are covered.

Pet insurance is for life, not just for Christmas

For those who found a puppy or a kitten under the tree this Christmas, it is important to remember that pets are for life, not just for Christmas, and getting pet insurance could ensure that the new member of the family gets the care it needs, urges Fair Investment Company.

UK’s favourite smile

It has been revealed that Kylie Minogue is the owner of the nation’s favourite smile, according to a survey conducted by Tesco Dental Insurance.

Provider churn could disrupt pet insurance market

In its new report into the Pet Insurance Market, Defaqto raises the concern that the rate of provider churn could have a detrimental effect on the market unless adequate arrangements are put in place to protect existing policyholders.

Brits to book a holiday before the end of February 2008

Nearly 12 million people intend to book a holiday between Christmas and the end of February 2008, with almost a quarter (23%) of these being purchased during the first week after Christmas.

New Year, new you – no excuses!

With the New Year just around the corner, research from moneysupermarket.com reveals Brits are avoiding the opportunity for a health make-over, despite their good intentions wasting hundreds of pounds of their hard earned cash.

December 31st: Fright Night

One-in-six Brits (16 per cent) - 7.4 million people - will stay at home on New Year’s Eve this year because they are frightened to leave their home for fear of being burgled, according to research from Abbey Insurance.

Beat the winter blues but don't forget your travel insurance

A winter holiday on the sunny slopes could be the best way to kick-start the New Year and to recharge your batteries after a busy Christmas.

Spike in home insurance claims over Boxing Day

Sainsbury’s Home Insurance is warning of a huge spike in home insurance claims from Boxing Day. During December last year, the average value of home insurance claims received by Sainsbury’s was £658.28, but on 26th December, this jumped to a staggering £2,209.31.

Don’t buy a pet without insurance

Anyone tempted to buy a pet or who received one for Christmas should not forget that a key part of having a cat or dog is making sure it can be properly looked after when it is ill, says Defaqto in its most recent report, Pet Insurance in the UK 2007.