February 2011 news

Keep up to date with the latest developements and commercial insurance news in your sector February 2011 news

Commercial property 'continuing to improve'

15/02/2011

The commercial real estate market is showing signs of continued improvement, albeit at a "modest" pace, landlords insurance customers have been told. Read full story

BCC: New employment laws to cost £23bn

15/02/2011

The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has warned that UK business insurance customers face a collective bill of almost £23 billion because of incoming employment legislation. Read full story

Manufacturer fined for safety failings

15/02/2011

A Scottish manufacturer has been fined after for health and safety problems at its site in Northumberland, which may concern workshop insurance customers. Read full story

Used car market 'sees January rebound'

14/02/2011

Average prices rose in the used car market during January, it has been found, which may be good news for motor trade insurance customers. Read full story

Wimbledon carpenters prosecuted by HSE

14/02/2011

A carpentry company in south London has been successfully prosecuted for unsafe working conditions. Read full story