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In today’s dynamic environment, it can be challenging to stay on top of the risk agenda. When time is ever shorter, and resources ever more limited, where do you go for the information you need to help you identify, prioritise and manage those risks which could get in the way of you achieving your organisational aims?
This is where our Insight programme could help. As a specialist insurer, we make it our business to understand what keeps you awake at night. By bringing together the shared experiences and perspectives of other organisations in your sector, with data driven insight and guidance and from leading experts, we hope to help make the job of managing your risks just that little bit easier.
So whether you attend one of our events, explore our flagship reference publication “The Risk Barometer”, or deep-dive into one specific area of risk, we hope that you will find what you are looking for.
Independent Schools Risk Barometer
Reduce your carbon footprint to create that competitive edge
Net Zero is the term given to the Government backed aim to reduce emissions - a target that’s been set for the UK by 2050. This relies on businesses across every part of the economy taking steps to reduce emissions to as close to zero as possible.
What is the best investment you can make to grow your business?
To grow your business, deliver your targets and meet customer service expectations it has never been more important to invest in your employees.
Consumer Duty – what do you need to do?
We’ve teamed up with RWA Business Consultancy, leading specialists who help organisations maintain regulatory compliance, to deliver their perspective on Consumer Duty.
Consumer Duty – getting your business ready
Watch our webinar recording with compliance advisers RWA Business Consultancy.
Can work be good for your mental health and wellbeing?
We’ve teamed up with experts Mental Health in Business to help reduce the symptoms of stress in the workplace.
Charity risk barometer 2023
The charity sector faces many challenges, the financial crisis being a key factor, but it does so from a position of strength and resilience.
What steps can you take to make better personal safety and security decisions?
with Simon Giddins from Blackstone Consultancy
Schools are a growing target for crime
New Ecclesiastical research shows a leap in crime targeted at schools and rocketing costs for those affected.
Investing in schemes to provide a better proposition
How the changes in the schemes market have provided Ecclesiastical with new opportunities.
Avoid the copyright web
With potential fines running into thousands of pounds, that 'free' online image or graphic could be anything but.
Are lab-grown diamonds our new best friend?
Jewellery expert Mary Collins from Mappin & Webb tells us about laboratory-grown diamonds; their increase in popularity, how they differ from natural diamonds and what you and your clients should be aware of.
Protecting schools during the holidays
When schools are closed or partially closed during holiday periods, it is important leadership teams regularly review existing security/housekeeping arrangements to ensure they remain adequate.
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Trustees need confidence and clarity to meet obligations
Many charity trustees are not aware of the extent of their duties in areas like finance and safeguarding.
Trustee and Management Liability insurance
Being a trustee for a charity is an important role. There are numerous areas of regulation and law that trustees have to comply with and these can be demanding at times.
Independent Schools Risk Barometer 2024
Safeguarding the future: independent schools push ahead despite financial challenges.
What’s the value of a valuation?
Insurers and brokers talk a lot about valuations and how important they are. But why is this and what does it mean?
Charity risk barometer 2023
The charity sector faces many challenges, the financial crisis being a key factor, but it does so from a position of strength and resilience.
Schools are a growing target for crime
New Ecclesiastical research shows a leap in crime targeted at schools and rocketing costs for those affected.