News

IHT Change For Farmers is Given a Cautious Welcome

The UK Government has softened its inheritance tax plans for business owners and farmers. After mass tractor protests in London, plus some very angry protests in Brussels and elsewhere against further EU regulation, the mood […]

Insurance claims

TyreSafe Teams Up With Farm Safety Foundation

The latest initiative on farm safety; TyreSafe has announced a new collaboration with the Farm Safety Foundation, also known as Yellow Wellies, as part of a shared commitment to reduce incidents and promote safety in […]

UK Insurance Trends

Rural Crime in Focus for NFU Mutual & Their Customers

The word from NFU Mutual, who are highlighting the risks of rural crime; More than two-thirds of rural retailers (67%) have suffered from crime in last 12 months, NFU Mutual research shows Laceys Farm Shop […]

Opinion

Private Pensions Need To Generate Profits, Not Feelgood Vibes

Straight talking from the Editor’s keyboard; Pensions, both State and private, are generally below the EU average in the UK. The exception to this rule is public sector pensions, which are primarily funded by taxation, […]

News

Sedgwick Launches New Power & Energy Division

Sedgwick, a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions, has launched a new power and energy division in the UK, under the leadership of industry veteran David Ward. The division will […]

Insurance claims

Farm Theft Risk is On The Rise, Says Quotezone

As farmers battle the cost-of-living crisis amidst a rising tide of rural crime, protection of farm property and equipment has never been more urgent. Some £40.5m was estimated to be the bill for rural theft […]

News

Rural Quadbike Thefts On The Rise, Says H&H Brokers

Figures from rural insurance company, H&H Insurance Brokers (HHIB), have revealed more than 60% of recorded vehicle thefts across their network in the last 12 months relate to ATVs. Quads are popular with thieves who […]