The 2020 Corona virus outbreak is causing increasing health and travel concerns for British travelers, currently within and outside of the country and those with impending travel plans. The Foreign and Commonwealth office (FCO) presently advise against… -All travel to the Hubei province – All but essential travel to the rest of Mainland […]
We all want value for our money, but sometimes the cheapest policy won’t be suitable cover for what you need. You’d regret to try to make a claim during or after your trip away, only to find you’re under-insured and won’t be compensated. Here are a few of our tips to save money without losing […]
-Plan your journey. Ahead of your drive, get up to date traffic and weather news, ensure your route means you avoid high-risk areas/ where there may be black ice or flooding. -Allow extra time for your journey – to properly clear your windscreen, windows, mirrors, lights and your roof – where it is both […]
There are of course increased risks to road users when it’s raining, particularly during heavy rainfall and when it’s also dark out. Read our simple tips to know how to be a safer road user when driving in the rain. Turn on your headlights when it starts to rain – even if it’s […]
Ahead of the storm… Bring inside or secure loose objects, such as ladders and garden furniture, that could be blown away/ may smash into your windows or fence Close and securely fasten doors and windows, especially those on the windward side of the house and large doors, like garages have. Park vehicles in a garage, […]
It must be the priority of any employer to make their employees’ workplace safe for everyone who will be using it. Not just as a legal requirement, a safe workplace also reduces costs in the long-term, minimises staff injuries and sickness and helps to create a better and more productive work environment. […]
Whether you have your tree up already or you’re more last minute with your Christmas decorations, there are some important safety tips to keep in mind… Fresh Christmas trees are much less likely to catch fire, so look for a tree with very green needles that don’t break easily from the branches. The tree […]
You can’t beat a lit fire in the winter when it’s cold outside. But there are some important safety tips to bear in mind to keep you and your family safe… When possible, keep a window slightly open while the fire is on. Be sure the damper/ flue is open before lighting […]
As it gets colder out, particularly first thing in the morning, the roads are a bit frostier and we need to take a bit of extra care. The wintry weather conditions don’t need to put you off driving, but there are some tips for driving on a frosty morning or a particularly cold late […]
Check your pipes in winter, as they can freeze… -Clean your gutters of any debris to prevent ice dams forming -Seal up any drafts from around windows & doors, to keep the heat in – draft blockers can help -Get your boiler checked & monitor the pressure. Stop your pipes from freezing this […]
