Employee Wellbeing Insights – Upskilling
COVID-19 has changed the workplace for ever. It’s time for employers to rethink how best to invest in their workforce. The latest Employee Wellbeing Insights looks into the importance and benefits of upskilling, and how it can transform the workplace. Have a read below…
Risk Insights – Employer Guidance for Self-Isolation
As employees return to the physical workplace, both organisations and their workers must realise that the coronavirus pandemic still presents a danger. COVID-19 remains a major health threat that can spread quickly among colleagues. With that in mind, it’s necessary for employers to stay up to date on self-isolation practices and processes to ensure that […]
Securing a Safe Post-COVID Workplace
Many organisations have begun to call their employees back to the physical workplace after months of remote work. While it may be exciting for employers to have their workers return to a more traditional work environment, it’s important to be aware of potential security and safety issues that may arise. During the transition back to […]
Commercial Insurance Profile – August 2021
Understanding Changing Sources of Liability Post-COVID Employers have had many adjustments to make since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, and there still may be more to come. Even as the UK begins to reopen fully and return to life somewhat resembling pre-COVID conditions, it’s important for organisations to realise that many things have changed. […]
Most COVID-19 Rules to End in England
On 19th July, England will formally emerge from lockdown as the final social restrictions are removed. Health Secretary Sajid Javid called the move to the fourth and final stage of the government’s roadmap for lifting lockdown restrictions a “major milestone.” Javid also cautioned there could be as many as 100,000 COVID-19 cases later this summer […]
Commercial Insurance Profile – June 2021
The Importance of Flexibility in Future Workplaces Many employers and organisations across the UK may be in the midst of reopening and attempting to return to how they operated before the coronavirus pandemic. With this in mind, it’s possible that workforces will grow and competition for top talent will increase. In order to recruit and […]
Commercial Insurance Profile – March 2021
How to Manage Employees with Long COVID The coronavirus pandemic has wreaked havoc upon the UK, including employers across all sectors. But even when employees have seemingly recovered from a case of COVID-19, it is important to recognise the extended effects that the disease may have on them. Long COVID refers to long-term issues that […]
Supreme Court Upholds COVID-19 Business Interruption Ruling
A new ruling by the Supreme Court will help thousands of business interruption insurance policyholders recover from the financial ramifications of the coronavirus pandemic and resulting closures. The ruling was issued on 15th January 2021. Background The court’s decision stemmed from an appeal of a test case brought by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in […]
Commercial Insurance Profile – January 2021
Understanding the Distribution Process of COVID-19 Vaccines Financial loss can often be forecasted and mitigated, but if a business experiences an unfortunate event that negatively affects its reputation, the effects can be devastating and even lead to closure. Last month, the UK became the first western nation to authorise a COVID-19 vaccine. Since then, the […]
Commercial Insurance Profile – December 2020
Key Steps for Managing Flu Season During the Coronavirus Pandemic The seasonal flu is a consistent, annual threat that employers across all industries must account for. The resulting wave of illness can cause increased absenteeism and decreased productivity. This year’s flu season will require even greater planning and preparation by employers, given the ongoing coronavirus […]
