Insurance guides
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Protect your business from cyber-attacks
The rise of cybercrime is posing a significant threat to small businesses, putting the security ofassets and customer information at risk.
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How to minimise fire risks
As someone in control of a premises, for example you rent an office to operate your small business from or you own a unit to store your tools and equipment, informing yourself of fire safety guidance is essential.
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A concise guide to insurance for charities and non-profit organisations
Ways you can keep your charity safeguarded, your staff and volunteers protected, and your customers and visitors safe through charity insurance.
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What are the differences between a charity and a not-for-profit organisation, and does it matter for your insurance?
We’ve put this guide together to help distinguish between a charity and a not-for-profit organisation and explain what this may mean when it comes to charity insurance.
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Professional indemnity insurance explained – a simple guide to PI insurance
As a business owner, you want to protect your business in as many ways as you can. Professional indemnity insurance, also known as PI insurance, covers you should a client or customer claim that your service, advice or design is inadequate, is not as expected or resulted in financial loss for the client. It would cover any legal costs and other expenses incurred in your defence, as well as damages or costs that may be awarded to your client.
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How much does professional indemnity insurance cost?
The cost of professional indemnity (PI) insurance depends on a range of factors – so it’s tricky to pinpoint an average price. However, with Markel Direct you can get PI cover from £8 per month*.
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Who needs professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity (PI) insurance protects you if a client decides to take legal action against you because of a mistake in your work. For example, if you provide advice to a client that leads them to experience a financial loss. Or, if you accidentally share a customer’s confidential information without their permission.
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What insurance does a charity need? Use our handy decision tree
Understanding the different types of insurance available to your charity can be confusing. We've created this decision tree to help you understand different types of cover and which of them you may want to consider.
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What insurance does a community group need?
There's a whole range of insurance available for community groups, and it can be tricky to get your head around the different types available.
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Quick guide: insuring a charity fundraising event
Holding events is an integral part of an effective fundraising strategy for charities. While you will want to focus as much energy into raising money for your cause, it's important to arrange adequate protection against the unforeseen.