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Digitising insurance to make way for the digital native

Whilst some sectors, such as retail, are leading the way when it comes to embracing new technologies, the insurance industry has been slow on the uptake – and customers are noticing. With 2020 just around the corner, what can the insurance sector do to embrace change? Catering to the digital native Digital natives can be…
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Caring for the elderly in winter weather

During the winter, elderly people are more susceptible to illnesses including colds, flu, breathing and cardiovascular problems as the cold weather suppresses the immune system. These illnesses can be much more serious for vulnerable or frail people than younger, healthier people. Sadly, around 20,000 more people aged over 65 die in the winter months than…
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Directors and Officers Insurance: A business essential

Imagine you have the opportunity to invest £100,000 for your company, with a 70% chance of providing a 20% return within five years. Do you decide to go for it? Now consider whether your decision would be different if you could be held personally liable for making the wrong decision; your home and other assets…
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The importance of taking action against flooding

For those who don’t take global warming seriously by now, you might be surprised at the predictions that have been made by the Environment Agency (EA) regarding UK flood defence. Reaching unprecedented levels Climate change has already had a major impact on British coastlines, moorlands, farms, towns and cities, not to mention the effect it’s…
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The surprising value of colour in care homes

  There’s often a lot more thought and consideration behind the colour scheme of a care home than simply whether you like it or not. Colour can change the mood of a room, encourage an active mind and make people feel at home in otherwise unfamiliar territory. We look at how colour can affect the…
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