March 2011 news

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

Many Newcastle construction sites 'put workers' lives at risk'

11/03/2011

Nearly one in four construction sites in Newcastle are in such a poor condition that the lives of those who work on them are being put at risk, building trade insurance customers have been told. Read full story

Tenancy deposit protection laws introduced in Scotland

10/03/2011

Tenancy deposit laws have been introduced in Scotland, those seeking landlords insurance may be interested to learn. Read full story

LGV operators 'could be reducing safety by overloading'

10/03/2011

Operators of light goods vehicles (LGVs) could be putting their safety at risk by overloading their vans, according to TyreSafe, which could interest those seeking motor trade insurance. Read full story

Free event aims to reduce accidents on Crewe construction sites

09/03/2011

A free event is being held in Crewe later this month with the aim of helping building contractors insurance customers to prevent accidents at work from occurring. Read full story

Electrocution 'was involved in 3,887 accidents at work over 13 years'

08/03/2011

Electrocution was involved in some 3,887 accidents at work over the 13 years between 1996/97 and 2008/09, new figures have revealed to those seeking insurance for small businesses. Read full story