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What insurance does a limited company need?
What does being 'incorporated' mean for your business? And what kind of insurance does a limited company need? Find out in this guide.
08/10/2025

Freelance, sole trader and self-employed. What’s the difference?
What's the difference between being freelance, a sole trader, or self-employed? And what are the legal and tax implications? Find out here...
06/10/2025

What insurance do sole traders need?
Public liability? Professional indemnity? What insurance do sole traders need and why should they have it?
06/10/2025

What insurance do IT contractors need?
Want to know the IT contractor insurance requirements? Learn about different types of insurance, what they cover, and how they protect you.
01/09/2025

How to become an IT contractor 
IT professional looking to get into contracting? Our guide on how to become an IT contractor has all the info you need to get started.
28/08/2025

5 things to ask about e‑commerce insurance
Think you know exactly what e-commerce insurance does and doesn't cover? Here are 5 key questions to ask, so you don't end up out of pocket.
21/08/2025

What insurance do tech startups need?
Find out what insurance you need as a tech startup, why it matters, and how to protect yourself from day one.
31/07/2025

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