February 2012 news

Keep up to date with the latest developements and commercial insurance news in your sector February 2012 news

Modern properties better for students lettings, expert claims

22/02/2012

Landlords looking to expand their portfolios with properties for the student lettings market should look at modern builds, it is claimed. Read full story

Modern properties better for students lettings, expert claims

FTA calls for govt to scrap fuel duty

21/02/2012

The government must act now to cut fuel duty, according to a leading trade group, for the good of the transport sector and the economy as a whole. Read full story

FTA calls for govt to scrap fuel duty

Companies must take lead on health and safety, says expert

20/02/2012

Business owners need to take a more active role in understanding the role that health and safety issues play in their workplace. Read full story

Companies must take lead on health and safety, says expert

Construction fall results in £30k fine

17/02/2012

A construction company has been fined for failing to ensure the safety of its workers, resulting in life-changing injuries for one man. Read full story

Construction fall results in £30k fine

CBI: Remove barriers to small business finance

16/02/2012

Barriers blocking access to funding for small businesses must be removed to improve the health of the economy. Read full story

CBI: Remove barriers to small business finance