Traffic is the bane of the professional driver’s life. Data shows that some drivers are spending nearly 40 minutes travelling a mere six miles. For those that spend the majority of their lives behind the wheel, that’s a hard stat to read. Plan Insurance can provide bespoke taxi insurance quotes for all UK drivers. Just Continue Reading…
Many firms within the UK’s Construction sector own the plant and machinery that they use on-site and any clauses and conditions in your Contractors All Risks or Plant Insurance policy must be complied with fully. Taking the time to read through any proposal of cover, before a policy is incepted, is essential. Theft of plant Continue Reading…
The United Kingdom boasts some of the oldest and most prestigious universities across the globe – attracting a huge amount of both British and international students. As a result of the robust student population, the student let market has been resilient even during the recent recession. Yet, letting to students is not without risk and Continue Reading…
Business owners and entrepreneurs across the UK have been hard hit over the last few years. The Chancellor framed the Spring 2023 budget as one focused on boosting the labour market and in turn the economy. Nothing new there then! Borrowing has actually been £25 billion lower than projected in November. To the surprise of Continue Reading…
Cazoo, the British online motor trade company created by Alex Chesterman, listed in America only two years ago with an initial valuation of $8 billion. Its share price has subsequently dropped by an eye watering 99%. It is now worth a relatively paltry $75 million. Investors pulled out during a massive slide in tech stock Continue Reading…
Michael Gove is on a mission to reduce insurance costs for leaseholders of multi-occupancy buildings. He says he “will consider all routes necessary to reduce premiums”. He is also forcing the hands of builders to fix unsafe properties. The Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, had said that when it comes to Continue Reading…
Five years ago, Carillion, a massive construction company, collapsed amid a big scandal. When it went bust, the company was estimated to have around £7bn in debts and liabilities. It was known to have 30,000 suppliers. This led to a domino effect of financial disasters for those further down the food chain. Many blamed the Continue Reading…
Those living in the outer boroughs of London just received a message regarding the ULEZ expansion… “We’re contacting you to let you know that the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) is expanding across all London boroughs from 29 August 2023 to help clear London’s air.” Inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, motorists are charged £12.50 Continue Reading…
Every landlord needs a good system for collecting rent payments from their tenants. Managing, owning and purchasing additional rental properties would be impossible without a steady flow of rent payments. Collecting rent from tenants by cheque, Direct Debit or an online payment system is ideal, but collecting cash payments is sometimes unavoidable. A new tenant Continue Reading…
The Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt is developing plans to mirror Northern Ireland’s success in creating transparency for motorists on petrol prices. In today’s cost of living crisis, petrol stations shouldn’t be allowed to profiteer at the expense of motorists and the wider economy. Plan Insurance can provide bespoke taxi insurance quotes for all UK drivers. Just Continue Reading…