The internet in 60 seconds Through a combined global effort, we manage to get a lot from a minute’s worth of browsing and streaming. Are you ever surprised by the amount of webpage visits you’ve clocked up when going back through your search history, or are you figuring out if you are among the average
If you are in the construction industry, protect your workers and your projects by minimising health and safety risks. Stringent on-site health and safety measures can protect your workers first and foremost, but also care for your business by reducing absence, protecting your reputation, retaining staff and maintaining productivity. Best practices around training, the right
Beginning in 2013, the Bank of England (BoE) began the difficult process of updating the nation’s currency in an effort to discourage counterfeiters. The operation involved a comprehensive redesign of the £1 coin along with the £5, £10 and £20 banknotes, which included altering the appearance, shape and materials of the currency. While these may
Congratulations to York Cricket Club – Yorkshire Premier League North champions for 2017. Despite the 3 stoppages for rain, York Cricket Club clinched their 15th championship title with a decisive 8 wicket win. Yorkshire based Lockyers are also a winning team – we’re the first insurance broker to be awarded the Insurance Times “Commercial Lines Broker”
98% of publicans whose premises allow dogs say furry friends are good for pub business. A country walk and a drink in the pub accompanied by a muddy dog is heaven if you’re a dog lover. And with 98% dog-friendly pubs believing four-legged customers improve business, the Kennel Club says other publicans should get in
And thankfully, insurance brokers don’t top the list from a recent survey of scary professionals. Just. The newly dubbed “Gordon Ramsey effect” is being blamed for the fact that customers are most nervous around chefs, waiting staff and bartenders, according to a survey published by Fletchers Solicitors. Luckily for them, their own profession comes fourth
Tax increases have led to some landlords throwing in the towel. If you’re thinking of doing the same, read on. The introduction of a 3% surcharge on buy-to-let properties, paired with a reduction in claimable tax relief, has made it a difficult year for landlords. But rental properties are still increasing in demand, and due
Rats, mice and other infestations can spell a health and safety disaster for pubs, restaurants and cafes. Discourage unwelcome guests with this advice. Discovering a family of furry patrons is the stuff of nightmares for pub landlords and restaurant proprietors, who will have recoiled in horror at the news that a pub in Essex was
The threat posed by a cyber attack is gaining traction as major organisations begin to understand the potential breadth and true cost of a hack. Now, new research from Lloyd’s has suggested that the consequences of an extreme cyber attack could even be equivalent to the losses incurred by a catastrophic natural disaster. A major
It seems that property owners are missing a trick by not catering to their market. Many investment landlords who spend a chunk of money preparing a property ready to let it out for a premium price are doing so under the presumption that this pristine new let will not welcome pets. In doing so, they’re
