Cyber risk is now commonly in the top three risks for all organisations. As such, it is essential to have a formal risk management approach to ensure that these risks are adequately assessed, reduced, controlled and monitored. Usually this takes the form of an IT Security Policy that is endorsed at the highest level.

With June’s rate of inflation at a 40 year high of over 10%, the construction industry is increasingly feeling the effects of the current economic climate. Challenges triggered by Covid-19 and Brexit, in particular supply chain issues, has resulted in a ‘domino effect’ of issues to be tackled by contractors and developers.

To provide clarity on considerations for high net worth individuals before acquiring artwork, Griffiths & Armour Head of Private Clients, Edward Dunphy recently caught up with the team at Arcarta to discuss topics such as provenance, protecting personal information and Anti Money Laundering (AML) responsibilities.

Organisations are increasingly dependent on information and communication technology (ICT) for their day-to-day activities. Whilst this delivers significant benefits, it may also introduce new risks, which if not managed correctly can severely damage your company. To provide clarity on how to mitigate these risks, Risk Management Managing Director, Greg Street, provides essential Cyber Risk Management guidance for 2022 and beyond.

The Cyber Risk landscape is constantly evolving and cyber attacks have become more sophisticated and socially engineered, making them harder to detect. As a result of this, there has been an increase in cyber claims from businesses spanning various sectors. Mark Hawksworth, Global Technology Specialist Leader from Sedgwick Loss Adjustors, gives his expert advice on what a business can do to mitigate incidents that are currently causing claims.

As we move through 2022 and into 2023, we expect to see the insurance landscape shift. Several insurers have reviewed the breadth of coverage afforded for losses – with a specific caution towards limiting their financial exposure towards systematic cyber events. Our Cyber Specialist, George Gardner, details the current cyber insurance market and predictions on the future of insurer’s underwriting strategy.

We have a strong commitment to the security, confidentiality, and continued availability of our client services. To provide insight into our approach in managing and protecting both company and client data, Griffiths & Armour Head of Group Technology, Dave Atkinson, details the IT framework and infrastructure we have implemented in accordance with the evolving cyber risk landscape.

Martyn’s Law (also known as the Protect Duty legislation) is a proposed piece of legislation that is being backed by the UK government to to improve the safety and security of public venues and spaces.

We’re delighted to continue our sponsorship of the Liverpool Architecture Festival (LAF) in June, and are pleased to make available two videos from our team detailing our Risk Management support and Professional Indemnity Insurance for Architects…

On Saturday 11 June, a team of 21 from Griffiths & Armour will be heading to Kendal to take part in a walk, over distances of either 28km (c. 17 miles) or 49km (c. 30 miles).