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Martyn’s Law – now officially the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 – has passed into UK law. With a 24-month implementation period confirmed, venues and event organisers now have a clear timeline to prepare for new security obligations. The legislation applies to a broad range of public-facing premises, including hospitality, leisure, healthcare and education…

Concerns have been raised over the validity of some external wall system (EWS1) forms after a fire engineer was sanctioned by the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) last year. On 25 January 2025, the IFE confirmed that the sanction against Adam Kiziak, Director of fire safety consultancy Tri Fire, had been extended due to complaints received and…

Individual circumstances change year on year for property owners, and our goal is to ensure your cover provides comprehensive protection tailored to your current needs. By proactively managing your risks, we can strengthen your position with insurers during renewal negotiations. Are your sums insured correct? One of the most critical aspects of your property renewal…

It can be hard to switch off after a stressful day of work, especially at a director or officer level. Losing sleep at night contemplating all the decisions you made that day and how they will affect others. And it’s no surprise really. The laws your company operates in are constantly changing and as a…

Hundreds of thousands of Li-ion batteries are in use daily without incident but when they ‘fail’, it can be catastrophic causing a severe fire inception hazard due to their chemical composition which includes a flammable electrolyte. Due to their nature, Li-ion batteries can pose a challenging fire risk particularly if they fail into thermal runaway…

With a variety of factors influencing the insurance landscape, insurers are taking a more detailed approach to risk. This means it’s more important than ever to ensure your insurance arrangements are accurate and reflect your current needs. Here are some key considerations to help you when your policy is due for renewal this year. Understanding…

We hope you’ve enjoyed a healthy, happy and successful 2024. We’re spreading the festive cheer but still here to help… Please find below some practical tips to stay safe and secure during the festive season: Protect your home by using timers for lights, securing valuables out of sight, and locking doors with deadbolts. If you’re planning…

As winter approaches, it’s time to prepare for potential stormy weather. We’re sharing some handy home maintenance tips to help you protect your property and stay safe during the colder months. These tips can also help you keep your home running more efficiently longer term. Here are some maintenance tips in preparation for stormy weather:…