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Insurance Premium Finance and Underinsurance
Why monthly payments shouldn’t mean lower cover for SMEs. The rising cost of business insurance is driving more SMEs to rethink how they pay, but not how much they insure. At Anthony Jones Insurance Brokers, we support recent findings from Premium Credit highlighting...
VPN Policy: Do Personal VPNs Pose a Risk to Businesses?
Since the introduction of the Online Safety Act, VPN use has surged in the UK. One provider reported a 1,800% rise in daily sign-ups. Unfortunately, certain VPNs may pose a risk to your business’s cybersecurity. So in this post, we’ll discuss how a VPN policy can help...
How to Handle Driver Pushback Professionally and Legally
If you’re a fleet manager facing pushback from your drivers, then it’s important that you act professionally, and in line with all relevant legislation. In this post we’ll discuss how you can handle driver pushback effectively, and potentially use the experience to...
How to Check if an Employee Has Points on Their Licence
If an employee has points on their licence, it may raise some red flags about their reliability behind the wheel. In this post we’ll discuss how to check if an employee has points on their licence, and how this and other background checks can help with recruitment and...
New High Rise Building Regulations & Their Impact on Insurance
The Government introduced the Building Safety Act 2022 in response to the Grenfell Tower fire. This legislation is intended to improve building safety standards, with a particular focus on high rise buildings. In this post we’ll discuss these new high rise building...
What Power Does An Executor of a Will Have?
A will’s executor is responsible for settling a deceased individual’s finances. The legal right to manage the deceased’s estate is known as probate. Executors take on many vital duties and responsibilities in their role. You can read our full guide to an executor’s...
Do Vape Shops Have to Sell Reusable Pods?
In June 2025, the Government banned the stocking and sale of single-use and disposable vapes in the UK. You can read our guide to what vapes are legal and illegal in the UK. Many vape shop owners are wondering what is and isn’t allowed following this new legislation....
Drink and Drug Driving Policy Guidance for Fleets
As it’s illegal to drive any vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol, your fleet should have a zero-tolerance policy to drink and drug driving. But this issue may not be as clear cut as you think. What should your approach be to drivers who take medication...
How to Avoid and Remove Squatters From Commercial Property
Whether you own a plot of land or a vacant commercial building, in this post we’ll explore how you can prevent squatters from occupying your property. We’ll also discuss how you can remove squatters from your property should they move in. If you’ve any questions or...
Rising Claims Due to Air Fryer Fires – The Impact on Insurance
According to recent surveys, 68% of UK adults now own an air fryer, and many households now use their air fryer more than they use their conventional oven. Corresponding with the rise in air fryer ownership, UK insurers have seen a rise in claims arising from air...
Is Storm Damage Covered By Insurance?
The UK may be bracing for a winter of stormy weather. But as you batten down the hatches at home and at work, you might be wondering: Will your insurance cover you for storm damage? In this post we’ll discuss how most home insurance and business insurance policies...
Driver Screening: A Step-by-Step Guide for HGV Fleet Managers
As a fleet manager, it’s important that you can count on your drivers. You also have a legal duty to ensure that your drivers are fit to operate their vehicles, under The Management of Health and Safety at Work Act 1999 and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998. In...
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