There were 89,000 identity theft cases in the UK in the first 6 months of 2017 where thieves used identity theft to obtain products or services, with the majority happening online. This 5% rise on last year’s figures has made for a new record high. Read more →
Modern supply chains are much more than a means of moving product from one destination to another. For supply chains to work at their best, it is important that everyone in the chain is fully informed and engaged, from the supply of primary ingredients through to delivery of the final product to the customer. The need for traceability has never been higher. With so many steps in the chain, it is important to have the correct insurance cover. Read more →
The threat to businesses from a cyber breach is on the increase.
Government figures in 2015 revealed 81% of large businesses and 60% of small businesses had suffered a cyber security breach.
Cyber claims statistics from 2013 – 2016 show cyber extortion and ransomware to be the fastest growing cyber-crimes.
A new data privacy law, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), comes into force in May 2018 overhauling current data protection legislation. Under the General Data Protection Regulation, data protection law will be significantly lightened and individuals’ rights to bring claims will be strengthened.
The new regulation will impact all business sectors; see our Summer Covernotes newsletter to read more about why all businesses need to be aware of GDPR or continue on to read our top twelve tips to help you get ready for one of the biggest changes in data regulation for many years
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While shooting a feature film, television series or advert, organising the TV, film and advert insurance certainly isn’t going to be seen as the most exciting part of a production. After all, the insurance industry isn’t exactly known for its creative flair and, let’s be honest, you don’t have anything to show for it once you’ve bought it.
Having said that, it’s probably one of the most important things you’ll need to organise. Read more →
With the latest cyber-attack on the NHS still fresh in our minds, and the cause still being investigated, there couldn’t be a more topical time to look at why you need cyber liability insurance. Read more →
Download our Spring 2017 ‘Covernotes’ newsletter, which includes the following articles:
· Are you ready for a cyber attack?
· Managing small fleet risk
· Insurance premiums on the increase
· Landlords! Are you ready for the new energy rules?
· Export opens up for SMEs
Download our latest ‘Covernotes’ newsletter, which includes the following articles:
· The Enterprise Act – Tackling late payments
· The value of using an insurance broker
· Focus: Supply chain in the food and drink sector
· The effects of Brexit
· Changes in Data Protection legislation
· Health & Safety Minefield
Everyone likes a good scare. It’s why horror films and crime dramas are so popular, but if you’re organising the media insurance for a TV, film or advert production, you don’t want any unpleasant surprises.
As specialist media insurance brokers we know a thing or two about drama, or at least avoiding it. After all, we’ve insured enough of them in our time, including the acclaimed crime drama Hinterland.
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