An advertorial posted on journalism.co.uk covers some of the key reasons why freelance journalists should protect themselves with professional indemnity insurance. (Yes, an advertorial may well be ‘advertising in disguise’ but the reasons given are valid and worth repeating.)
Having made the point that any freelance journalist should carry out detailed research before committing to ... read more
In a feature article posted on independent.co.uk, some sound advice was given to a young woman from Clapham who set up her own PR agency just over a year ago. Whilst the article provided helpful comments on every aspect of her financial situation, one tip is particularly relevant for this blog. It’s simple and direct. "Lisa should also consider professional indemnity insurance if she hasn't done s... read more
A failure to renew their property and public liability insurance resulted in up to 14 member clubs of the Donegal Gaelic Athletic Association facing a ban on hosting any games on their grounds.
A member of the Naomh Ultan club, as reported in donegaldemocrat.ie, claimed that it was “highly irresponsible” of the said clubs to let their public liability insurance lapse and asked (one ... read more
Working together with its group partner, Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty, Allianz Commercial has launched a new professional indemnity insurance product aimed at the UK broker market.
With a top end policy limit of £15m, the new product is designed to provide cover for a wide variety of professionals, including accountants, architects and engineers as well as those working in t... read more
In March 2010, the FSA first floated the idea of an increase in the maximum award limit offered by the Financial Ombudsman Service. And in May, the FSA is expected to announce that the limit will be raised from £100,000 to £150,000.
Good news for some, obviously. But others are concerned that one of the effects of the increase will be a consequent rise in professional indemnity insu... read more
The University of Surrey in Guildford is inviting tenders from design and construct contractors for a project involving two new accommodation buildings. As you’d expect, professional liability insurance is a non-negotiable requirement for all bidding contractors. But what might surprise you is the stipulated amount of cover. No less than £10 million!, call 03333 211403.... read more
