Insurance
Drunk passengers ‘as dangerous as drunk drivers’
Thousands of UK drivers face the possibility of having an accident because of drunk passengers this Christmas, according to a study by online insurer swiftcover.com.
Latest snowfall brings blizzard of car insurance claims
Snow and ice sweeping Britain is expected to bring a big jump in car insurance claims, according to AA Insurance.
Tech savvy students carry over £1,300 worth of goods
Endsleigh's student possessions survey revealed that today's tech savvy students carry over £1,300 worth of goods on them.
UK businesses urged to review levels of cover
Just 55% of businesses are confident they are properly covered by insurance should the worst happen, according to new research from Allianz Insurance.
£1.4 billion - the true cost of looking good
Stains and burns from beauty products and equipment have cost homeowners more than £1.4 billion in the past 12 months - and will soar by a further £115 million this December as people get ready for Christmas parties, according to findings from Halifax Home Insurance.
Going skiing this winter?
With many people preparing for winter skiing breaks, it is important to check that your travel insurance would provide sufficient cover for you and your equipment if something went wrong.
Safeguard your home during the festive season
With new research revealing almost one in 10 respondents have been burgled at Christmas, specialist home insurer Hiscox is urging homeowners to implement some basic security measures to help keep their belongings safe.
Make a New Year’s resolution to save money on life insurance
This New Year, after all the presents have been opened, the food has been scoffed, and the wine quaffed, make sure your finances are fit to cope with the cost of that very merry Christmas to ensure it also turns out to be a happy 2011.
Don’t give burglars a Christmas bonus
Specialist insurance broker Footman James urges club members to step up security over the festive period to ensure burglars are kept at bay.
Taken ill on holiday? Take another one to recover!
No-one wants to spend time in hospital when they’re on holiday – but for those with pre-existing conditions it’s a potential risk.
Travel insurance is for Christmas too
A new survey has revealed that a quarter of Brits are planning to "get away from it all" this Christmas. However, almost a third of those who are going abroad say they do not plan to take out travel insurance.
Increased cover for Christmas thefts
Some homeowners in the South West are getting an extra Christmas present this year – free additional cover from insurance firm Cornish Mutual to protect valuable presents and other items against theft.
M&S Home Insurance offers unlimited cover all-year round
M&S Money is advising householders to ensure they have a truly ‘Merry Christmas' by making home security a priority this festive period.
The Co-operative bounds into the pet insurance market
The Co-operative Insurance has strengthened its customer proposition with the launch of a new, affordable pet insurance product.
How to secure your financial 'safety net’
What would you do if you lost your job tomorrow? Do you have a financial safety net in place?