New research from Aviva UK Health indicates that the British sense of humour, favourite TV shows and the nation’s food and drink rank among the top 10 reason for not relocating overseas. The findings come from the insurer’s annual “semi-gration” study, which tracks the UK population’s appetite and motivations for moving abroad. Leaving friends and [...]
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Residential cannabis farming on the increase
Landlords are being warned that residential cannabis farming is on the increase, with Aviva having reported a 30% year-on-year rise in property damage claims resulting from such activity.
The insurer settled 92 cannabis-related claims last year, the highest number on record, and according to underwriting manager, Matthew Gordon, cannabis farming comes with serious risks for landlords.
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Squatters go online for premises and rights
The threat of squatters occupying vacant buildings has led to a sharp rise in property owners seeking insurance cover to tackle the problem, Aviva has reported.
Currently, a third of claims on legal expenses policies provided by Aviva are connected to the eviction of unauthorised occupants and the firm’s underwriting manager, Matt Gordon, warns that squatters [...]
