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Risk Update: DVLA Medical Condition Disclosure – On Ongoing Duty
As every HGV driver knows, a HGV Medical, also known as LGV (Large Goods Vehicle) Medical, is mandated by the DVLA for UK HGV drivers. Passing the Medical provides evidence that a driver is fit and well enough to drive an HGV.
October 28, 2024
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Risk Update: Shining a Light on Vehicle Modifications
A recent query from an insurer following an incident highlights their perspective on vehicle modifications. If a modification results in a vehicle differing in any way from the manufacturer’s standard specification, they feel it’s a material fact that needs to be disclosed. In this instance, the fitting of a light bar was the modification that fell under their spotlight.
October 27, 2024
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Top Caravan Holiday Destinations This Winter
Although often misconceived as a warm-weather activity, camping and caravanning can be a great winter activity if you prepare adequately and take a few simple precautions.
October 16, 2024
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Winter Water Sports: Which Ones And Where?
Just because it’s getting colder, it doesn’t mean that water sports have to be put on hold until the summer. Read on to find out more about what water sports you can take part in during this winter, where they happen, and how to keep warm and safe while doing so.
October 16, 2024
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Helping Pets Cope With Fireworks
What your pets need when there are fireworks
October 15, 2024
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Summer Driving Is No Picnic – What You Need To Know
You might be forgiven for the thinking that summer is the easiest time of the year to be driving. However, summer has its own particular challenges for drivers, according to Sadie Lane, Safedrive Operations Manager at Towergate Insurance Brokers.
August 19, 2024
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Are Your Vehicles GSR2 Compliant?
Are you aware that last month, new EU regulations affecting vehicles in the UK came into force, mandating the installation of GSR2 safety features designed to make cars, buses and HGVs safer? Most vehicle manufacturers are including these features as standard, so British drivers will be affected.
August 15, 2024
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Demystifying Insurance
Having an insurance policy in place is one of the most important parts of running a business but often it is accompanied by much confusion. Navigating through all the different options to choose from can be difficult and understanding those differences in policies can leave you wondering which one truly offers the best cover for you.
August 09, 2024
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Safety signs in the workplace
Safety labels and signs are important for employers because they help them to meet health and safety requirements. There are other benefits as well; such as educating employees so that they can feel safe on company premises.
August 01, 2024
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Unseen Workplace Risks: The Importance of Exposure Monitoring
In workplace safety, some risks are obvious and tangible – but what about the ones that lurk beneath the surface, invisible to the naked eye?
May 17, 2024
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Changes to National Minimum Wage rate from 1 April 2024
The National Minimum Wage came into effect with the implementation of the National Minimum Wage Act 1998, with the aim of reducing ‘poverty pay’ and the income gap between the low-paid and other workers.
May 10, 2024
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Driving Safely During the Easter Break
With a combination of school holidays and the first of the Spring-time bank holiday weekends, the Easter break typically see many of us travelling for holidays and family gatherings. With an influx of travellers on our roads here are a few tips and tricks to help you stay safe and comfortable on your Easter travels.
March 25, 2024