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ReBuild Cost Assessment 1920 1280 James Hallam

ReBuild Cost Assessment

DON’T FALL VICTIM TO UNDERINSURANCE WE CAN HELP… We’ve all seen the rise in building costs reported in the press, with building materials and labour at an all time high, but have you considered the effect this could have on your buildings insurance? How can you make sure you don’t suffer the consequences of underinsurance?…

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Don’t fall victim to underinsurance. We can help. 1920 1280 James Hallam

Don’t fall victim to underinsurance. We can help.

We’ve all seen the rise in building costs reported in the press, with building materials and labour at an all time high, but have you considered the effect this could have on your buildings insurance? 79% Underinsured 79% of the UK properties are underinsured. This can severly reduce the amount paid out following a property…

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Preparing your holiday home for the high season – your contents checklist 1920 1280 James Hallam

Preparing your holiday home for the high season – your contents checklist

With another busy season ahead, if you have a holiday home – in the UK or abroad – that you let out to guests, it’s a good idea to make sure you’ve taken stock of all your contents so that you can make sure nothing goes missing and that you can keep an eye on…

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Protecting your Workforce 1920 1280 James Hallam

Protecting your Workforce

It has been widely reported that staff are fleeing the hospitality industry, following the uncertainty of Covid, Brexit and long working hours. Protecting your staff will always have been a priority, but now holding on to a good loyal team is more important than ever. Everyone has the right to feel safe in their working…

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The law on fire alarms in Scottish homes has changed – home owner or landlord this is what you need to know… 1920 1280 James Hallam

The law on fire alarms in Scottish homes has changed – home owner or landlord this is what you need to know…

Every home in Scotland must have interlinked fire alarms. Interlinked means if one goes off, they all go off, so you will always hear an alarm wherever you are in your home. The new law has come about because of the Grenfell fire in London in 2017, and it applies to all Scottish homes. It…

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Independent Hotel Show 2021 1920 1280 James Hallam

Independent Hotel Show 2021

A fantastic start to the week for the James Hallam Hospitality and Leisure Team by sponsoring this year’s Independent Hotel Show in Olympia, London. The event was incredibly well attended with two days of inspiring showcases, seminars and outstanding networking opportunities. David Noble, Our Director of Hospitality and Leisure, is pictured below presenting this year’s…

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Water leak detection 1920 1280 James Hallam

Water leak detection

Understand how to avoid costly water damage to your property by way of installing a water leak detection or prevention system and those that are available on the market today. At some point you may have heard of a friend or family member who has suffered a water leak or burst pipe at their home…

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Is it safe to travel in 2021? 1920 1280 James Hallam

Is it safe to travel in 2021?

After Boris Johnson unveiled his lockdown exit plan many people will find summer holiday deals very tempting, but the risk that plans could be disrupted due to Covid-19 is ever present. The roll-out of the vaccine has seen a surge of optimism that travel will be possible again this summer. But many won’t have had…

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UK Govt. reverse Vnuk motor insurance rule 1920 1280 James Hallam

UK Govt. reverse Vnuk motor insurance rule

he James Hallam Sport team is pleased to note that the UK Govt. is to withdraw from the ‘Vnuk’ legislation passed by the EU in 2018, which has been a regular talking point and threat to the UK motorsports industry since 2014, when the law was first considered. The law, which forms part of the…

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Preventing Storm Damage 1920 1440 James Hallam

Preventing Storm Damage

If your home has been damaged by a storm, dealing with the aftermath can be emotionally and financially exhausting. To help you avoid the worst, we’ve compiled a list of ways you can help protect your home from suffering a significant loss in event of a flood. Before a flood The best thing you can…

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Steps for preparing yourself for winter 1432 1006 James Hallam

Steps for preparing yourself for winter

As we continue through a period of uncertainty one thing is for sure, winter is coming. The cold weather can increase the probability of major disruption and damage to your property or vehicle. We do not know how a winter with COVID-19 will look, but we can prepare ourselves, our homes and our vehicles for…

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Why should you choose an insurance broker? 1920 1280 James Hallam

Why should you choose an insurance broker?

If you are thinking of buying an insurance policy for something you don’t know much about or insuring something fairly unusual you should consider using an insurance broker.  Some may think working with an insurance broker sounds time consuming or dated and it’s much easier to go online but as insurance get more complex and…

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Brexit Update – Green Card Guidance 1920 1267 James Hallam

Brexit Update – Green Card Guidance

Please click here to download our Brexit Update – Green Card Guidance.

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Are you prepared for an accident in your home? 1920 1280 James Hallam

Are you prepared for an accident in your home?

Creating a safe environment where your family can grow and thrive is a top priority.  Accidents can happen at any time in your home, so it’s even more important to be prepared during a pandemic.  Make sure you’re doing everything you can to achieve maximum safety at home. Some common hazards you should be aware…

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How to look after your mental health while working from home 1920 1283 James Hallam

How to look after your mental health while working from home

The global pandemic, an unstable jobs market and the isolation of working from home has meant we have had to adjust to new ways of living and working. There are some perks to working from home that some of us can enjoy, but feeling stressed, bored, anxious and uncertain is also completely normal. We can…

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Valuing your Possessions for Insurance 1392 992 James Hallam

Valuing your Possessions for Insurance

If you are the owner of any antiques or treasured possessions it is important to insure them properly. Regardless of their worth they are likely to hold significant personal value and having insurance will not only protect them but help give you some peace of mind. Insuring valuables can bring with it challenges given the…

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Why do I need Directors and Officers Liability Insurance? 1920 1280 James Hallam

Why do I need Directors and Officers Liability Insurance?

Directors and Officers have a significant role in helping to keep businesses running smoothly, but mistakes can happen. Directors and Officers Liability insurance applies to anyone who serves as a director or officer of a for-profit business or nonprofit organization. In the event that the individual within the business falls short of their obligations, this…

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Unoccupied Business Premises 1920 1280 James Hallam

Unoccupied Business Premises

The Government have now implemented new restrictions designed to combat the second wave of coronavirus, with people being asked to work from home, where possible. Therefore with premises continuing to remain unoccupied, it is important to remember that there is still a substantial risk to your business and you should ensure all necessary precautions are…

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Reduce Data Exposure to Cyber Threats 1920 1280 James Hallam

Reduce Data Exposure to Cyber Threats

In our current world, protection against cybercrime is needed more than ever. Cyber criminals will be using COVID-19 to increase their activities to attack individuals and organisations. The National Cyber Security Centre has reported a rise in online scams exploiting the pandemic with the aim of obtain money from victims. It is critical for organisations…

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The Insurance Landscape and Covid -19 1920 1280 James Hallam

The Insurance Landscape and Covid -19