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Every year, the Department for Science, Technology and Innovation commissions the annual Cyber Security Breaches Survey as part of the National Cyber Security Programme. This report surveys UK employers about their cyber-security experiences, including cyber-attacks...

A leading manufacturer of aircraft seats has been fined £660,000 after one of its employees suffered horrific injuries when he fell through a roof at a site in South Wales. Click the link below to find out more, including what could have been done in this tragic...

This edition of HSE Safety Cornerstones features an article on promoting proper ergonomics among remote workers. Click the link to read our article HSE newsletter July-August 2023 Contact us 01926 674 875 to see how we can help your business.

This article outlines cyber-security concerns for businesses to keep in mind amid a down economy and provides risk management strategies to mitigate such issues. Click the link to read our detailed article. Cyber Risks and Liabilities - Managing Cyber-risks in a Down...

Alongside Allianz we’ve created a handy guide, in which we examine significant themes and factors influencing motor claims inflation, plus potential impacts for the insurance industry and its customers. As well as the ways we can help to mitigate them. Click the link...

This Commercial Insurance Profile includes an article on considerations for using AI tools in the workplace, and strategies for improving online brand reputation. Click the link to learn more Commercial Insurance Profile June-July 2023 Contact us on 01926 674 875 to...

A flaw in the file transfer system MOVEit used by payroll company Zellis has been exploited by cyber-criminals, affecting thousands of firms, including British Airways, healthcare company Boots and the BBC. Click the link to read our important news brief News Brief –...

Following the Grenfell Tower tragedy, an independent review into fire safety in buildings was completed, which culminated in a report that identified the need for significant reform. The findings of the report were accepted in full by the UK government, leading in...

This edition of HSE Safety Cornerstones discusses building and maintaining a culture of safety. Click the link to read more HSE newsletter May-June 2023 Contact us on 01926 674 875 to see how we can help your business.

Cyber insurance is still very much an emerging area for the industry since its first appearance in the 1990s but recent socio-political events are shaping the types of attack being perpetrated and, as a result, companies’ cybersecurity requirements. In this article we...

Vita Cellular Foams (UK) Ltd. was fined £180,000 and ordered to pay costs of £4,377 after an employee lost her hand following a machine maintenance incident. Find out more, including what could have been done to prevent such a tragic incident. Click the document below...

This video describes data from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE’s) 2021-22 annual health and safety statistics report relevant to the transportation and storage sector. Contact us on 01926674875 to see how we can help your business. [video width="1920"...

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Over the past twelve months the UK has faced a number of unsettling economic changes. We’ve entered into a recession, experienced national fuel shortages and are in the midst of an energy crisis. The cost of living has also increased dramatically and police...

When software reaches end-of-life (EOL) it means manufacturers will no longer develop or service the product, discontinuing all technical support, upgrades, bug fixes and security fixes. This article discusses the risks of continuing to use EOL software and discusses...

Despite a number of new motoring laws being introduced this year, it seems a high proportion of road users remain unaware of the changing legislation and what it means for them. A 2022 survey by the AA1 revealed that 61% of motorists had not read updates to the...

With no sign of the current economic crisis easing, the insurance industry has much work to do in remaining relevant and valuable to customers. Brokers can help customers by explaining the relationship between inflation & underinsurance and the importance of...

The Allianz Risk Barometer is an annual report identifying the top corporate risks for the year ahead. It’s based on the insight of over 2,700 risk management experts from 94 countries and territories. Click the link below to look at the top five risks identified by...