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2 reasons why you should strongly consider a legal expenses policy
A Legal expenses policy can be purchased as a standalone policy or as an add on to another insurance policy – for example HGV Insurance – and here at Isis Insurance we would strongly recommend legal expenses both in terms of affordability and peace of mind. There are many reasons to consider a legal expenses…
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Good News for the HGV Market as it grows 2.6% in Q2 2024
This month (August 2024), new data published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) stated that the HGV Market – in terms of new HGV registrations – grew by 2.6% in Q2 (April to June 2024). This period saw a total of 11,469 new HGV’s hit the road, boosted hugely by 6,640 rigids…
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Overnight Subsistence – Lorry Drivers
Lorry Driver Subsistence Allowances One of our HGV Insurance advisors here at Isis Insurance was last week chatting to a client about overnight subsistence allowances for HGV drivers. Many HGV drivers sleep away from home during the course of their work, either in a hotel or in their sleeper cab (if they have one.) Looking…
Read more about Overnight Subsistence – Lorry DriversThe Road Haulage Association say that more Government investment is required in HGV Driver facilities
The Road Haulage Association (RHA) say that more Government investment is required in HGV Driver facilities. This has been heightened recently as from 30th April 2024, lorries at both Dover and the Eurotunnel at Folkestone will be subject to more physical checks, and these extra delays might mean more HGV drivers having to park in…
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Five Top Tips to Reduce Your HGV Insurance Premium
From single vehicle through to full HGV Fleet insurance, using an expert broker can secure the right cover and the best price. The Isis Insurance experts are giving HGV drivers and owner operators 5 top tips to reduce their HGV Insurance premiums. There are plenty more, but here are the top 5 (aside the obvious…
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Claims inflation impact on motor insurance premiums (including HGV Insurance)
It is an understatement to say that the last few years have been very challenging for the insurance industry – for insurers, insurance brokers and customers alike. The knock on impact is unfortunately with the end-users – the policyholders – who have been impacted with higher premiums and longer waits for motor insurance claims. To…
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Is the HGV Driver Shortage Over in 2024?
They say “no news is good news” and this is probably the case in early 2024. Firstly, lets recap. A combination of factors contributed to an HGV driver shortage of 100,000 in 2021 which was crisis point for the UK Government. These factors were all hugely significant and included Covid-19, Brexit and changes to the…
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Boughey Distribution launch new fully electric HGV vehicle onto its Haulage fleet
Cheshire based Boughey Distribution – one of the UK’s largest logistics providers to the food industry with experience and expertise in the ambient grocery sector – have taken delivery of their first fully electric HGV. The Volvo FE, with a twin electric motor delivering 400kW of power and a range of 120 miles, has been…
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Further evidence the HGV Driver shortage is decreasing
Whilst there is still an HGV driver shortage, the Government initiatives and other supply chain issues means that the HGV driver vacancies are being filled at a quicker rate than anytime in the last three years, which is great news for the Haulage industry. Recent figures suggest that the number of HGV driving vacancies has…
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Why You Should Consider a Broker For Your Truck Insurance
When it comes to finding the most suitable truck or HGV insurance, using the services of an insurance broker can save you time and money. Brokers are the ideal choice when it comes to wanting to find the perfect solution for your insurance needs. Not only do brokers have the specialist information and advice you…
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