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December 2010

31, Dec, 2010
Police remind motorists of drink driving risks

Motorists taking their cars out to new year festivities this evening (Dece ...

31, Dec, 2010
Consumers 'must not forget travel insurance during 2011'

Consumers looking for a great value holiday during 2011 should not go with ...

30, Dec, 2010
Accurate annual mileage estimate 'could reduce car insurance premiums'

Over compensating for the number of miles driven each year could see a ca ...

30, Dec, 2010
Empty properties 'could become burglary target'

House insurance policyholders leaving their property empty on New Year&a ...

29, Dec, 2010
Could advanced driving course lower insurance premiums?

People who have searched for car insurance online might be looking for w ...

29, Dec, 2010
Burst pipes 'are a concern' during thaw conditions

As recent snowfall and widespread ice begin to thaw, home insurance build ...

24, Dec, 2010
Police recommend securing properties left empty over Christmas

Many home insurance policyholders leave their properties empty over the Ch ...

24, Dec, 2010
House insurance policyholders 'must be aware of fireplace risks'

Property owners keeping warm in front of a real fire this Christmas must b ...

24, Dec, 2010
Drivers 'must plan ahead' for Christmas journeys

Motorists intending to travel over the festive period have been urged to p ...

23, Dec, 2010
People 'should check level of home insurance cover'

Individuals should make sure they have home insurance that covers them f ...

22, Dec, 2010
Rural communities told to 'protect oil tanks'

House insurance policyholders relying on oil to fuel their homes should ...

22, Dec, 2010
House and contents insurance customers 'must mark valuables'

Marking valuables with an ultra-violet (UV) solution has come recommended ...

22, Dec, 2010
Travel insurance policyholders 'should contact tour operators'

Travel insurance policyholders looking to set off over the next few days ...

21, Dec, 2010
House fires 'more common at Christmas'

Incidents such as house fires that could result in insurance claims are ...

21, Dec, 2010
Pet insurance 'provides peace of mind'

Anyone thinking of adding a furry creature to their family this Christmas ...

21, Dec, 2010
Elgin flood defence work may help prevent home insurance claims

Home insurance claims that are lodged as a result of flooding could soon ...

21, Dec, 2010
Last-minute shopping 'could put consumers at risk of theft'

Heading out on Christmas Eve to buy all the remaining gifts in time for De ...

20, Dec, 2010
Home insurance policyholders 'must be aware of social networking dangers'

Unscrupulous individuals are scouring social networking websites such as F ...

20, Dec, 2010
House insurance customers 'must ensure engineers are Gas Safe registered'

Property owners in the UK, who are likely to have sought out the best hom ...

20, Dec, 2010
Pet insurance 'can prevent vet costs spiralling out of control'

Pet owners can prevent unexpected veterinary bills from spiralling out of ...

20, Dec, 2010
BA: Weather is causing significant disruption to travel

British Airways (BA) has issued a statement that suggests anyone looking t ...

20, Dec, 2010
Consumers buying home insurance online 'should read small print'

Consumers buying home insurance online must check the policy carefully b ...

17, Dec, 2010
Could winter tyres help prevent car insurance claims?

Drivers commuting during severe weather conditions may consider fitting wi ...

17, Dec, 2010
Insurance faq: What is dangerous to pets at Christmas?

Many pet owners will be looking for ways to stop their animals getting hur ...

17, Dec, 2010
Drivers 'should keep abreast of developments' when travelling at Christmas

Drivers should research their routes and keep abreast of travel and weathe ...

17, Dec, 2010
Gifts stored in sheds 'must be locked away'

Consumers that have invested in large or expensive gifts over the festive ...

16, Dec, 2010
UK consumers 'risking expensive treatment on the piste'

UK holidaymakers jetting off on a ski trip this winter are risking expensi ...

16, Dec, 2010
Christmas decorations 'can pose fire hazard'

Decorating a property in twinkling fairy lights and wreaths of tinsel migh ...

16, Dec, 2010
Highways Agency: Be prepared now for snow and ice

Drivers who have searched for a car insurance quote online could do well ...

15, Dec, 2010
Home insurance policyholders 'must prepare for Christmas'

People who have sought out the best home insurance policy should also ta ...

15, Dec, 2010
Chimney maintenance could prevent homeowners insurance claim

Carrying out chimney maintenance could help homeowners insurance policyh ...

15, Dec, 2010
Overloaded sockets may contribute to accidental fire risk

Overloading sockets with too many plugs could lead to a fire that results ...

15, Dec, 2010
Melting snow 'may instigate flood insurance claims'

Snow and ice has gripped much of the country over the last week and a repr ...

14, Dec, 2010
Students 'must remember home security' when leaving properties empty

Students heading home for the Christmas break must bear home security meas ...

14, Dec, 2010
Arctic conditions 'could see roads made treacherous'

A blast of Arctic air expected to hit the UK later this week could cause t ...

14, Dec, 2010
PDSA: Protect pets from Christmas hazards

Buying a pet for Christmas does not come recommended by animal charity PDS ...

14, Dec, 2010
US blizzards may affect travel insurance customers' plans

People intending to visit the US this Christmas could do well to ensure th ...

14, Dec, 2010
Homeowners 'should have gas appliances checked'

Gas appliances and central heating systems should be checked before more c ...

13, Dec, 2010
ABI: Contact home insurance provider for advice on burst pipes

Property owners should contact their home insurance provider about what ...

13, Dec, 2010
Homeowners insurance policyholders 'must increase security at Christmas'

Individuals with homeowners insurance should increase the security of th ...

13, Dec, 2010
Take action now 'to prevent winter insurance claims'

Residents of Scotland have been advised to take advantage of the current r ...

10, Dec, 2010
Dashund owners may have dearest pet insurance claims

Those who have Dachshunds will have to make the biggest pet insurance clai ...

10, Dec, 2010
Steps 'can be taken' to get cheaper home insurance

Individuals have been given advice on how to ensure they get the best-poss ...

09, Dec, 2010
A fifth of people use home insurance during winter

Home insurance is vital to every property, after research discovered the ...

09, Dec, 2010
Home insurance may be needed if flooding occurs

The value of having good home insurance has been highlighted by comments ...

08, Dec, 2010
Pet insurance faq: Is chocolate an appropriate Christmas gift for dogs?

Many animal lovers might be looking to treat their furry friends with a pr ...

07, Dec, 2010
Age UK: Keep home insurance policy documents safe during winter

Property owners should endeavour to keep their home insurance policy doc ...

07, Dec, 2010
Drivers should not venture out in "horrendous" conditions, say police

Strathclyde Police have issued a warning for drivers north of the border t ...

07, Dec, 2010
Freezing rain could cause more winter misery for home insurance customers

Home insurance customers could be at risk of flood damage as freezing ra ...

06, Dec, 2010
Travel insurance is "imperative"

It is absolutely vital to have a sufficient travel insurance policy in p ...

06, Dec, 2010
Fire service issues safety advice for Christmas holidays

Statistics have shown that accidental fires are common during the Christma ...

06, Dec, 2010
Clear snow and icicles 'to avoid damaged roofing and gutters'

Consumers with home insurance building policies should endeavour to remo ...

03, Dec, 2010
Defra: Pet owners should protect their animals during severe weather

Pet owners should take precautions during severe weather conditions to ens ...

03, Dec, 2010
Car insurance online news: Use a high gear and low speed when driving in snow

Driving in snowy conditions will take much more concentration than usual a ...

03, Dec, 2010
Home insurance policy providers 'ready to deal with burst pipe claims'

Home insurance policy providers in the UK are poised and ready to deal w ...

02, Dec, 2010
Could more hours of daylight prevent car insurance claims?

The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) is backing the c ...

02, Dec, 2010
Security marking kits 'deter burglars'

Security marking kits that are being rolled out by Essex Police are said t ...

01, Dec, 2010
Airport closures to result in travel insurance claims?

People preparing to jet off on holiday within the next day or so might wan ...

01, Dec, 2010
Pet insurance policyholders 'must be aware of frozen rivers'

Animal owners must take care around frozen rivers and lakes as incidents t ...

01, Dec, 2010
'Take precautions' to prevent car insurance claims in adverse weather

Travelling in wintry conditions could result in an accident, so Essex Poli ...

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