Another first for Lockyers. This time the Lockyers team decided to set their sights even higher than usual and go into space! The “Lockyers in Space” mission reached 100,000ft, faced temperatures as low as -55°C and jet stream winds before landing safely 4 hours later . Not only are Lockyers the first broker in space,
The gig or sharing economy is comprised of organisations that hire independent workers for short-term positions. Common jobs include food delivery drivers, car journey drivers, web developers and translators. In the United Kingdom, approximately 5 million people are employed in this fashion, according to the Office for National Statistics. If your organisation employs or is
“HSE’s investigation into the death of a child at Drayton Manor is continuing. During our investigation if any specific matter regarding the safety of water rides is found that requires action by those operating similar rides, we will ensure we inform everyone promptly. In the meantime, we would like to remind operators of water rides
WannaCry, a ransomware program that targets a vulnerability in outdated versions of Microsoft Windows, has spread across 150 countries and infected more than 230,000 computers since it was launched on 12th May. It disrupted many NHS hospitals in England and Scotland, infecting up to an estimated 70,000 devices including computers, MRI scanners, blood-storage refrigerators and
Following the incident at Drayton Manor last week BALPPA, the Trade Association representing 300 members in the Leisure Park, Piers and Attractions industry, issued a statement highlighting the safety record in this sector. “BALPPA was saddened to hear of the tragic events at Drayton Manor Park on the 9th May. The whole industry offers their
Business is looking good for the hospitality industry, with multiple representatives from the industry making the Sunday Times 2017 Rich List. It appears that the hospitality industry can be a rewarding vocation in more ways than one as the sheer wealth of investors and food manufactures comes to light. Brothers David and Simon Reuben have
Buy Yorkshire Conference Stand 32. If you are visiting the Buy Yorkshire Conference on 16th or 17th May at the Royal Armouries Museum in Leeds come and meet the Lockyers team on stand 32/33 to discuss your business insurance. Lockyers offer award winning service to help find the right cover at the right price for
One year after new sentencing guidelines for health and safety offences, corporate manslaughter, and food safety and hygiene offences came into force in February 2016, the number of health and safety prosecutions against directors has tripled and UK businesses have seen a dramatic rise in the value of health and safety fines. In fact, in
On 8th March, Philip Hammond, Chancellor of the Exchequer, delivered the Spring Budget to Parliament. Does Hammond’s new budget spell good or bad news for your business? Keep reading to find out. Key Numbers The Office for Budget Responsibility’s (OBR) forecast for business investment showed improvements since the Autumn Statement, concluding that business investment declined
From 6th April, UK businesses have legislative changes that they will have to comply with unless they wish to incur fines and penalties. To ensure that your business is prepared, here are the five most significant pieces of legislation that came into force: Gender pay gap: Qualifying companies (250 or more employees) will need to
