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Does Home Insurance Cover Tree Root Damage?
If you’ve got trees near your home, you may be worried about how they could affect your home insurance. In this post we’ll take a closer look at the relationship between trees and insurance. In particular, we’ll explore whether home insurance covers tree root damage....
Top Cyber Risks For Businesses in 2026
In 2024, insurers paid out at least £197m in cyber claims. This was more than triple the amount paid in the previous year. Clearly, cybercrime is a growing risk for businesses. In this post, we’ll look at some of the top cyber risks that businesses will have to deal...
Tyre Tread Depth Best Practice Policy For Fleets
In this post we’ll explore how to design an effective tyre tread depth best practice policy for your fleet. We’ll also look at some recent calls to increase the legal minimum tyre tread depth in the UK. As a fleet operator, you have a legal obligation to ensure that...
Taxi Insurance: Common Exclusions To Look Out For
Taxi insurance can cover you, your drivers, and your fleet of vehicles for a range of risks. But as with all types of cover, taxi insurance policies will usually specify certain exclusions. In this post we’ll list some common exclusions to look out for, to help you...
What Does Truck Breakdown Cover Include?
Truck breakdown insurance can cover the expenses you may occur should your HGV break down. In this post we’ll outline what truck breakdown insurance covers, along with some of the limits to the cover. At Anthony Jones, we can provide a level of breakdown cover as part...
London Lorry Control Scheme (LLCS) Amendments & Crackdown
The London Lorry Control Scheme (LLCS) prohibits HGVs over 18 tonnes from using residential roads at certain times. In this post we’ll look at some recent amendments London Councils made to the scheme, along with the penalties you may face for not abiding by the...
2026 Changes to EPC Energy Efficiency Rules For Rental Properties
The government is planning significant changes to the EPC energy efficiency rules this year. In this post, we’ll explain what the current rules are, and how they might change. We’ll also explore how these new rules might affect your real estate insurance as a...
Insurance Broker vs Insurance Agent: What’s The Difference?
Many people seem to use the terms “insurance agent” and “insurance broker” interchangeably. This can lead to a lot of confusion, as agents and brokers each play distinct roles in the insurance process. In this post we’ll outline the key differences between insurance...
Should 24 Month Indemnity Periods Be Standard For Business Interruption Insurance?
Aviva recently launched the UK’s first ever automatic 24 month business interruption indemnity period. In this post we’ll explain the rationale behind this move, before discussing why we think a 24 month indemnity period should come as standard on all business...
Should You Let Drivers Use Company Vans for Personal Use?
There are a number of benefits to letting drivers use company vans for personal journeys. But then, doing so can create additional costs, risks, and admin tasks for fleet managers. So in this post we’ll discuss the pros and cons of letting drivers use company vans for...
The Role of Insurance in Legacy Planning
If you’re a high net worth individual and you’re looking to secure a good financial future for your family, then this post will help you understand the key role that insurance can play in effective legacy planning. If you’ve got any questions about your insurance...
What Severn Bridge Reopening for HGVs in 2026 Means For Fleets
In May 2025, vehicles weighing over 7.5 tonnes were banned from using the Severn Bridge. But it seems that this ban may be lifted at some point in August 2026. In this post we’ll explore the underlying reasons for the initial ban, along with the specific plans for the...
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