WRS Insurance News Articles
Update on FCA test case of the validity of business interruption claims
Business Interruption (BI) insurance cases have been very prominent during the lockdown period caused by COVID-19. The wordings used by insurers vary, and in some cases interpretation or intention is under great scrutiny. In an effort to seek legal clarity the FCA...
Insurer Wording Updates and Responses to COVID-19
Please find below policy wording updates and responses from various insurers WRS Insurance Brokers places business with. Updates include (but not limited to) extended covers and adjusted unoccupancy conditions for property. Please expand the section...
COVID-19 – We are remote working…
COVID-19 update - We are remote working and ready to assist you. I hope this update finds you safe and well during these unprecedented times. Following the recent government announcement, we have actioned its advice and from 24th March are now working remotely....
and the Oscar winners are…
The moment arrived and in the early hours of Monday morning (GMT), the Oscars were being presented in America. Our community cinema insurance clients were likely aware of the strong British representation, with 30 British nominees in 2018 (up from 24 in 2017)...
Is Your Church Covered for Walk-in Theft?
Is your church insurance due for renewal this December? If so, check for essential theft cover to ensure you are appropriately protected. Christmas is a very busy period for churches with increased events and services. This increased activity also means there is an...
Insurance with no lead theft limit for churches
Theft of lead from church buildings has been well documented in local and national press, seriously affecting church groups with unforeseen stress and expense. The cost of lead replacement is one factor, however the cost to rectify damage to the building caused by...
3 Ways Brexit will affect Charities
Whilst many of the outcomes of Article 50 remain largely unknown, businesses and charities alike are second-guessing what Brexit will mean for their organisation. Add to that the recent announcement of a General Election to be held on 8th June 2017 and it’s clear...
Don’t Eggnore insurance when planning for your Easter event!
Are you planning an eggstravagent event to celebrate Easter? Make sure you have a crackin’ time by remembering to plan for the unforeseeable with Easter event insurance. Regardless of how much preparation goes into an event, there is still the risk that an accident...
Refugee Organisations: What Insurance Cover Do You Need?
If you work to support refugees and asylum seekers who have been forced to flee their country due to war and persecution, it is important that you have the correct insurance cover in place. Whether you run a community organisation, charitable group or you are a...
Cyber Help and Guide for Charities
According to a report compiled in September 2015, the third sector generated a combined income of £39billion!* When you consider figures such as this, it becomes clear why charities are valid cyber security targets. With threats including ‘ransomware’ where systems...