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Employers’ liability insurance guide
Employers' liability insurance protects you if employees claim for injuries and illnesses they suffer at work. Get it or get a fine from HSE.
08/07/2025

How to start an aesthetics business
Wondering how to start an aesthetics business? This beginner-friendly guide covers all the key things to consider before you begin.
04/07/2025

Why use an insurance broker?
Don’t pick up the phone to that do-it-all, household-name insurer just yet. There are compelling reasons to use an insurance broker instead.
25/06/2025

What insurance does your small business need?
Just because your business is small, doesn't mean you shouldn't protect it. Here's a guide to your small business insurance needs.
17/05/2025

How much professional indemnity insurance do I need?
Deciding how much professional indemnity insurance to buy can be tricky. Here's a helping hand in getting the right amount of protection.
16/05/2025

How business insurance claims work
How long does the business insurance claims process take? What happens? Who do you talk to? Here's all you need to know.
30/04/2025

The risks of cancelling your professional indemnity insurance
Thinking about cancelling your professional indemnity insurance? Make sure you have all the facts before you do...
27/04/2025

The average cost of a data breach for a small business
Find out how much a data breach can cost small businesses. (Spoiler: a lot.) Plus, what you can do to protect yourself against cyber-attacks.
20/02/2025

Small business insurance costs explained
It's time to dispel the myths around small business insurance costs. Here's how your insurer decides what you'll pay. And why.
07/11/2024

Spotlight on insurance for freelance photographers
With your kit, your business, and your reputation to protect, insurance is a must for freelance photographers. Here's what you need...
18/10/2024

How to dismiss an employee fairly
In a perfect world, you'd never have to give someone the chop. But what if it can't be avoided? Find out how to dismiss an employee fairly.
04/10/2024

What insurance do savvy Shopify sellers need?
Shopify insurance may not be required under their Ts&Cs. But there are plenty of reasons your business needs it. Here’s why…
13/07/2024