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Farming Update March 2019

Defra has released the Farm Business Income estimates for the year ending February 2019. These show that income from cereals rose by 13% but general cropping fell by 8

Farming Update February 2019

Farmers are being advised to consider growing miscanthus as an alternative crop in the light of future uncertainties. The crop is grown under contract and is used to f

Property Part 2 – Loss of Rent Insurance

A large claim under your rented residential or commercial property could have wider implications than the material cost to rectify the issue.  What if you are unable

Farming Update January 2019

The HSE has reminded farmers that a new series of inspections will begin soon. The safety record in farming remains poor with 33 fatalities in 2017/8. The inspections

No-deal Brexit warning for driving abroad

As we continue to ponder what the implications of Brexit will be, it’s important to consider the effects of a ‘no deal’ outcome when driving abroad.

Property Part 1 – Underinsurance

Under Insurance This is something that can easily catch people out. In modern Insurance Broking, a standard household policy will likely offer a blanket sum insured

Farming Update – December 2018

A new initiative is being pursued that farms can play an increasing part in the generation and storage of renewable electricity. This would lead to the increased use o

Let the chimney see the Sweep!

With Winter around the corner, are you ready for what’s in store? Winter can be the most testing time, especially on your household, with increased costs and ext

Caleb Roberts join in for Children in Need!

Caleb Roberts Insurance supported this year’s Children in Need Appeal with a ‘dress down’ Friday. Colleagues were invited to attend their desks in at

Farming Update – November 2018

JCB has announced record machinery sales for 2017. Strong demand from overseas markets led an increase in turnover of 28% to £3.4bn. Demand has continued in 2018, pus

Local Insurance Broker Gains National Recognition

Our congratulations go to Ben Amos, who received the Young Broker of the Year title from Broker Network at their annual conference in October.  The judging panel wer

Dual pricing for private clients – are you paying the price of loyalty?

The news headlines are filled with a warning from the Financial Conduct Authority that companies who are found to be offering preferential rates to new customers could

Farming Update – October 2018

Figures from HMRC for the first six months of 2018, show that consumable food and drink imports to the UK totalled £23bn. Spain was the largest single exporter to the

Motor Trade MID Vehicle Protocol

Generally speaking, motor trade operators are now swift to keep the MID updated when a new vehicle arrives for fear of it not being insured.  But did you know keeping

Farming Update – September 2018

A roadworthiness check on agricultural vehicles, by Hertfordshire police, showed that of the 19 vehicles tested only two had no defects and two were deemed unsafe to

Farming Update – August 2018

The Dairy Co-operatives Arla and First Milk have announced increases to members of 0.8p/litre bringing the prices up to 31.3p and 28p per litre respectively. Muller is