News articles
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Information for volunteers using their car to help fight coronavirus
27/03/2020
NHS Volunteer Responders and others who are volunteering to help their communities during the coronavirus outbreak do not need to contact their insurer to update their documents or extend their…
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ABI responds to Treasury Select Committee letter
26/03/2020
The Chair of the Treasury Select Committee Mel Stride MP has written to the ABI regarding the industry response to the Coronavirus outbreak. In response to the letter, an ABI spokesperson has…
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ABI Comment on MOT extension
25/03/2020
With the evolving Coronavirus situation resulting in the closure of garages and limited availability of MOTs, Government have announced an automatic extension of 6 months for MOT certificates due…
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COVID-19 - Travel insurers expect to make record payouts to customers
24/03/2020
Travel insurers expect to pay out at least £275 million to travellers due to the Coronavirus according to first estimates out today from the ABI (Association of British Insurers). The vast…
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ABI comment on private hospital sector deal with NHS
23/03/2020
James Dalton, Director of General Insurance Policy, Association of British Insurers, said: “In this national crisis, the private health sector will do what it takes to help the NHS have the…
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Motor and home insurance commitments
20/03/2020
The ABI (Association of British Insurers) is reassuring people that its motor and home insurance members are offering enhanced help and support to all their customers who may be affected by the…
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FCA guidance on insurance during Coronavirus
19/03/2020
A spokesperson from the Association of British Insurers said: “This FCA guidance provides clarity during this unprecedented global crisis. The FCA rightly recognises that insurers are…
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Coronavirus: Business Insurance further - guidance from the ABI
18/03/2020
“The spread of Coronavirus is unprecedented in modern times and we understand this is an incredibly difficult time for families and businesses.
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Update: ABI Comment on business insurance & COVID-19
17/03/2020
Following the Prime Minister and Chancellor's comments on insurance during the Government press conference earlier this evening, the ABI has issued this further comment; "The Chancellor's…
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ABI comment on the new FCO travel advice advising against non essential global travel for 30 days
17/03/2020
“This unprecedented step actually provides welcome clarity for our customers and the industry. Generally insurance cancellation or travel disruption will relate to FCO advice. This decision…