News Archive - Articles Published in Other Insurance
Business Insurance Claims Rise30 Mar 2009 | by Mark HarrisThe number of small businesses making claims against criminal damage and arson has risen.
Scottish Equitable 'Declined Just 9% of Claims'27 Mar 2009 | by Mark HarrisNew insurance industry guidelines are helping to keep the number of rejected critical illness claims down, Scottish Equitable has said.
14% increase in Critical Illness Claims26 Mar 2009 | by Mark HarrisNorwich Union has revealed an increase in critical illness insurance claims over the past year.
Pet Insurance 'Gets Credit Crunched'25 Mar 2009 | by Mark HarrisAlmost one in four dog and cat owners in the UK are making some form of pet-related spending cutback - with insurance near the top of the list for many.
Regular Treatment 'Reduces Pet Insurance Premiums'19 Mar 2009 | by Mark HarrisRegular trips to the vet can ensure that pet owners keep insurance premiums low, according to M&S Money.
Mothers Advised to Buy Insurance16 Mar 2009 | by Mark HarrisMothers should make sure that they have a critical illness or life insurance policy in place in case the worst happens, Legal & General has claimed.
Recession Leading to Cancelled Pet Insurance13 Mar 2009 | by Mark HarrisThe recession has led to people cancelling their pet insurance, according to provider Petplan.
Ex-smokers 'Save Thousands on Life Insurance'10 Mar 2009 | by Mark HarrisSmokers have been told that they can save thousands of pounds on their life insurance policy if they give up their habit.
AIG Reports Record Loss of $61.7 bn02 Mar 2009 | by Mark HarrisThe giant insurance company AIG has revealed it lost $61.7 billion (£43 billion) in the last three months of last year, a record for an American corporation.
Pet Insurance Plea on Pedigree Pooches02 Mar 2009 | by Mark HarrisSainsbury's Bank has warned people interested in getting a pedigree dog to make sure they have adequate pet insurance.
EU Directive Will Affect Private Health Insurance26 Feb 2009 | by Mark HarrisPrivate health insurance firms will be expected to pay out if its customers seek treatment in other EU countries.
Young People 'Neglect Life Insurance'24 Feb 2009 | by Mark HarrisYoung people fail to see the benefit of life insurance and are neglecting to invest in financial protection policies.
Millions 'May Struggle with Protection Insurance Payments'17 Feb 2009 | by Mark HarrisNew research from Virgin Money has revealed that millions of Brits may find themselves unable to pay their protection insurance premiums this year.
AXA changes life policy to reflect ageing population17 Feb 2009 | by Mark HarrisThe increasing average life expectancy of people in the UK has led one life insurance provider to modify its cover.
Norwich Union Issues Insurance Advice For Empty Properties10 Feb 2009 | by Mark HarrisNorwich Union has reminded property owners to notify insurance providers if any buildings in their portfolio are empty for extended periods of time.
Vet Bills See Pets Miss Treatment09 Feb 2009 | by Mark HarrisPet owners are refusing treatment due to the high cost of vet bills, one pet insurance provider has revealed.
Brits 'Cannot Afford Injury or Illness'03 Feb 2009 | by Mark HarrisNew research from Nationwide Building Society has suggested that a majority of Britons would be unable to cope financially if they lost their job through illness or injury.
More Britons Consider Insurance Fraud 'Acceptable'02 Feb 2009 | by Mark HarrisA new survey has found that more Britons now think insurance fraud is acceptable than nine months ago.
Buying Pet Insurance is a 'Wise' Decision30 Jan 2009 | by Mark HarrisThe Association of British Insurers has said that pet owners should seriously consider insuring their animal.
Single-premium PPI Banned29 Jan 2009 | by Mark HarrisThe Competition Commission has announced that single-premium payment protection insurance (PPI) is to be banned, among a raft of other measures to improve competition in the PPI market.