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Here's where we lift the lid on insurance and explain it all simply.

There's essential help with how best to protect your business or not-for-profit. Plus, useful advice on running your organisation and life as a freelancer.

Do I need employers’ liability for freelancers?
Here's a business insurance question we get asked a lot: do I need employers' liability for freelancers? And here's the answer: it depends...
30/04/2021

Insurance for complaints handlers explained
Insurance for complaints handlers can be a life-saver if the boot's on the other foot. Here's how it helps.
01/10/2020

Making sure your portable equipment insurance pays out
Portable equipment insurance covers the things you take out with you. But you need to take care of your kit if you want your insurer to pay your claim.
29/01/2020

Insurance for copywriters explained
The pen is mightier than the sword, right? Sure is. Until things go wrong. If that happens, insurance for copywriters is a much better bet.
29/11/2019

Insurance for AAT accountants and bookkeepers
The Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) says if you practise under an AAT licence, you must have professional indemnity insurance.
23/05/2019

Why music teachers’ insurance is a must
Here's some noteworthy reasons why music teachers need insurance and a look at what types of cover can help them stay protected.
02/04/2019

Do private tutors need public liability insurance?
Public liability insurance protects tutors if there's a claim their student was hurt, or their property damaged.
27/03/2019

Is it worth going into IT contracting? Or better to stay employed?
If you're thinking of jacking in your perm job and going into IT contracting, there's plenty of demand. But is IT contracting worth it?
07/02/2019

IT Contractor Q&A: Tom Pettigrew
Tom Pettigrew discusses life as an IT contractor. Running your own IT business has its rewards and challenges. Get Tom's lowdown here.
09/01/2019

Insurance for videographers
You can disaster-proof your set, or try to protect your equipment from damage, but insurance for videographers is an essential back up.
15/06/2018

GDPR insurance: your questions answered
Can I buy GDPR insurance? Does my existing insurance cover GDPR fines? Find the answers to these and other GDPR-related questions here.
14/05/2018

Insurance for interior designers explained
How does insurance for interior designers help? It's a friend with deep pockets if things go wrong. No use crying over spilt paint.
12/07/2017