According to the 2024 Cyber Security Breaches Survey, conducted on behalf of the UK Government, cyber threats remain a significant concern for UK businesses. The latest survey, which included 2,000 businesses, highlights the frequency and cost of cyber-attacks and the measures organisations take to protect themselves. Widespread Breaches and Attacks Over the past 12 months, … Read more
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As summer arrives with its warm weather and long sunny days, it also brings a unique set of risks that businesses must manage to ensure the safety of their operations and employees. Darwin Clayton, together with Aviva, have created a Summer Risk Management Guidance to help you manage the potential hazards of the summer months. … Read more
As the alarm industry braces for the closure of BT Redcare services, alarm installers face operational and insurance challenges. With the looming deadline of August 1st, 2025, it’s important for alarm companies to ensure they have the correct insurance coverage to navigate this transition smoothly and protect their business and clients’ interests.   Failure to have … Read more
As specialists in contractor insurance brokerage, Darwin Clayton are committed to delivering the best possible service to our valued clients. That’s why we want to inform you about an imminent change that will affect our motor insurance clientele. The Motor Insurers’ Bureau (MIB) is transitioning its services from the current provider to a new cloud-based … Read more
Let’s give a big round of applause to our very own James Shaw for conquering the London Landmarks Half Marathon! Alongside Lauren Barwell, Group People Director at Jensten, James crossed the finish line of the demanding 13.5-mile course on Sunday, April 7th, both achieving impressive times under 1 hour and 50 minutes each. We caught … Read more
The closure of BT Redcare scheduled on the 1st of August 2025 poses challenges for contractors and property owners relying on its alarm solutions to meet insurance requirements. The decision by the UK’s largest remote monitoring provider will mean thousands of contractors must find an alternative solution to ensure their commercial property insurance isn’t invalidated. … Read more
The Cleaning and Support Services Association (CSSA) Northern Community Group is set to host the Cleaning Innovation and Technology Seminar, sponsored by Darwin Clayton, a cleaning insurance specialist. This event promises to be an important gathering for professionals in the cleaning industry as they explore the evolving landscape of technology, AI, GDPR, and cybersecurity. … Read more
If you own a contractors business it’s important to have contractors insurance in place. Contractors insurance from a specialist broker such as Darwin Clayton, can cover traditional risks such as public liability, business interruption, and damage to your property, along with essential Cyber Insurance. Cyber attacks on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are on the … Read more
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt described the recent Budget as ‘A Budget for working families and small businesses’. The anticipated cut in National Insurance from 10p to 8p could save the average worker £450 per year, which could alleviate wage pressures. But what does the Budget mean for SMEs? For us, the most striking points are: Reduction … Read more
As we transition into spring, it’s important for businesses to be prepared for managing risks that are common during this season. From unpredictable weather patterns to potential hazards like floods and storms, being prepared can make all the difference in safeguarding your assets and operations. To help you protect your business this spring, Darwin Clayton, … Read more