The history of the feast day extends back to 1229 when King Henry III granted a right to the Lord of the Manor to hold an annual fair on the day and eve of the Feast of St. Peter. Today's event is a far cry from those medieval times. However, since moving the Feast
Sticking with the motor insurance theme it a news story on the BBC website caught my eye. In a move welcomed by the Association of British Insurers (ABI) it appears that the Competition Commission is going to be conducting a report into the motor insurance industry after the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) deemed it a
Today's blog might be seen to be poking fun at the ridiculous but it actually makes a serious point (actually it is also a little bit of fun poking). Well known for being 'tanned' and from Essex, Billi Mucklow of TOWIE* fame has been seen (how could you miss it) in a completely jeweled car. What is my serious
The Insurance Times reported today that Zurich are offering a £25,000 reward for the safe return of a historical artifact. The piece in question is one of the rarest complete examples of metalwork in the country dating back to the 1400's and usually resides in The Stockwood Discovery Centre a museum in Luton. It is
Last (chilly) Sunday a stalwart team of runners and 'helpers' attended the bi-annual Gerrards Cross Fun Run. The run is organised for local charity and it's for that reason that Fairweather Insurance were pleased to be he principal -shirt sponsor this year. In addition to providing munetory support some of our staff here were keen
A recent study by Insurance Times magazine has revealed that there has been a phenomenal increase in claims for water damage to telephones and similar devices. I found this of particular interest having had to claim twice, once for an incident concerning me, my iphone, a cup of tea (also mine) and a collision between the two.
Our Aviva insurance circular didn't disappoint this week with its 'funny claim' although I would go so far as to say that it is mildly tragic as opposed to amusing. A more mature gentleman was on holiday in Florida and was taking a dip when his wife (who had fallen asleep on he beach) had
As we pass the centenary of the sinking of the Titanic, the original insurance slip for RMS Carpathia has been presented to Lloyds of London by national brokers, Marsh. This slip dates back to the 1900's and shows just how important insurance cover was then as it is now (although I am sure premiums have
The above phrase is a common one in military circles, used in situations where someone senior has made a mistake and needs someone junior to blame and sort it out. There are probably parallels in the construction world as often the hierarchy is blurred and as subcontractors are engaged by various parties and in the event of
By way of a warning this post is not about insurance (strictly speaking) so don't be to disappointed. On a Thursday morning I attend a great meeting of local businesses. It gives us a chance to promote business within the local community and to provide access for our clients to a wide variety of trades and