Tag: Business insurance

Returning to work during COVID-19

The number of new COVID-19 cases has been falling in recent weeks following a nationwide lockdown. While the government has indicated that social distancing is likely to remain in place for quite some time, we may see certain sectors returning to work and businesses to begin trading again. We appreciate...

Coronavirus Financial Resources for Businesses

Here at MCM Insurance we service a huge range of customers, both business leaders and those who are self-employed. There is a lot of information to digest for all businesses at this time – government support packages, grants, loans and income support. Our Financial Resources Infographic offers clear signposts to...

Unoccupied property during COVID-19

For a high number of businesses following the Government advice on COVID-19 they have temporarily closed their doors leaving the premises unoccupied. At MCM Insurance we want to make you aware of unoccupancy clauses on policies both for properties and contract sites, as well as provide you with advice on...

Cyber-Security during COVID-19

With millions of employees now working from home, companies are having to look at how to keep as many business-critical functions running as possible while at the same time maintaining adequate security. Here at MCM Insurance we have put together a guide to help our clients during this time. The...

COVID-19 Self-Employment Income Support Scheme

As there is such a large volume of information to digest in terms of support for businesses from the Government, as your broker we wanted to bring the below to your attention as we feel it is particularly pertinent. This scheme for self-employed will allow you to claim a taxable...

COVID-19 Government Support

As there is such a large volume of information to digest in terms of support for businesses from the Government, as your broker we wanted to bring the below to your attention as we feel it is particularly pertinent. Please take a look at the Government Support for Business Interruption...

Top ten causes of financial loss for businesses

According to Allianz Global Claims Review here are the top 10 causes of loss and emerging trends from over 11,000 business claims in 148 countries. 10. Machinery Breakdown Machinery failure has been identified as number 10 among the major causes of loss. The sectors especially hit by machinery breakdown are energy,...

3 questions answered around business insurance

Given that any money-making enterprise is a “business”, the variety of SMEs and services out there is practically limitless. So how do you narrow the risks down for insurance purposes? That’s the job of an insurance broker and provider, but in the meantime, we cover the basics to give you...

How to make your small business seem bigger

Whether you’re trying to convince an investor to back your business or want to win over clients from a larger competitor, SMEs can sometimes suffer from appearing like small fish in a big pond. So how do you boost confidence in your service and avoid the hesitation some might feel...

60% customers put off by poor online experiences

It’s no secret that in the age of online shopping a negative experience online can cost a company not only reputation but thousands in revenue. According to a new report by Apica six in ten customers say they would show less loyalty to a brand, even one they have used...