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RAC Reaction to Govt Smart Motorways Action Plan

In response to the publication of the smart motorway safety evidence stocktake and action plan, RAC head of roads policy Nicholas Lyes said: “Two-thirds of drivers tell us that they believe permanently removing the hard shoulder compromises […]

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Memo To Rishi Sunak: Why Are Telematics Drivers STILL Paying IPT?

insurethebox, pioneer of UK telematics insurance, is lending its voice to the chorus of concern around Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) on motor insurance. In particular, the company is concerned that new Chancellor of the Exchequer, […]

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Survey Reveals How Drivers Add to Risks for UK Roadworks Staff

A surprising poll of UK adults carried out by YouGov on behalf of Re-flow found that a massive 35% of people have witnessed another motorist driving carelessly or dangerously past roadworks in the last 12 […]

InsureTech

Commercial: PlanRadar is Looking to Digitize Construction Process

Austrian PlanRadar, a startup digitalising documentation and communication in construction and real estate projects, has secured a €30 million Series A funding, led by Insight Partners. PlanRadar, founded in 2013, is a cloud-based SaaS solution for […]

Legal

Power Sector: Survey Reveals Lack of Confidence in Safety Standards

New research released today reveals a potential disconnect between the industry professionals that operate transformers and the boards to which they report. The disconnect could be unduly increasing the risk of failure, fatality or fire […]

Insurance claims

Claims: Apollo Renews Partnership With Thatcham Research

Insurers are always keen to use the best repair workshops across the UK. Why? Customers are happier when they’re car is repaired to the highest standards and is totally safe to drive. As more cars […]

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Car Safety: New VW Touareg Will Feature Night Vision Tech

The Volkswagen Touareg is the subject of a new, UK-produced advert which trails its innovative and safety-conscious Night Vision system, as well as its luxurious interior, award-winning design and high level of technology. The advert […]

Global insurance trends

How Risky Is Your City? Riskline Has The Answer For Business Travellers

Riskline has expanded its collection of City Safety Maps to cover 250 cities worldwide. In a first in the travel risk intelligence industry, Riskline’s City Safety Maps deliver safety and security information – detailed to street-level.  From […]