Fraudulent insurance claims are increasing, reports a major UK Insurer

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In a report published today by Aviva Insurance they have identified a 9.5% increase in fraudulent claims in 2016 on the previous year. Bogus claims now equate for £232,000 of payments per day, of which 59% are in relation to

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Short Term Hire Insurance

We insure over 800 policyholders who work within the event equipment hire industry and now we can offer even more options. As of March 2017 Sharrocks can now provide insurance for short term hire insurance. We understand that some people

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The Discount Rate – How will it affect you?

As of 20th March 2017 the calculation used to determine the lump sum compensation to claimants who have suffered life changing injuries will change from 2.5% to -0.75%. The Discount Rate also known as the Ogden Rate has not changed

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Holiday Home and Static Caravan Insurance – March 2017 Updates

As of March 2017 our Holiday Home and Static Caravan scheme has been improved. We now have a bespoke wording that has been arranged with our partner insurers SAGIC, “The Salvation Army General Insurance Corporation” and a means to submit a quotation online

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Property Insurance Specialists

Our latest online marketing campaign has been launched highlighting how we can save our clients money on their property insurance. We have negotiated exclusive schemes and facilities with our insurers to deliver fantastic value for money, as well as comprehensive

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If a storm is coming be prepared

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Storm and flood damage equates for a significant portion of insurance claims year on year. The average cost of a property claim for flood damage now stands at £50,000 as of 2016, increasing from £30,000 in previous years and reaching billions

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Minimise the impact of flooding on your business

Storms Desmond, Eva and Frank caused devastation to many UK businesses last year, with many still attempting to recover their businesses even to this day, with the Association of British Insurers reporting that the overall cost of insurance claims reached

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Merry Christmas…. Mr Lawrence

Those of you who have had a 2016 Sharrocks Advent Calendar or seen our artwork must now realise that the theme of this year is David Bowie! Were you able to spot all the intentional references (it turns out there

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Further Increase to Insurance Premium Tax – 1st October 2016

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Following the increase in Insurance Premium Tax in 2015 from 6% to 9.5% there will be a further increase to general insurance policies with effect from 1st October 2016. As of this date insurers will pass on the increase of

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With the cost of new phones on the increase. Are your portable gadgets insured?

Iphone 7, gadget insurance, home insurance, personal possesions, insurance

This week has seen the latest incarnation of the Apple IPhone released to much fanfare and excitement. However, at the same time Apple has also increased the cost of repairing older models by 50% and with many warranties for portable

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