News and Insights

The Construction Industry - reflecting on 2021 and what to expect in 2022

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Construction Insurance Brokers, Emma Snelson and Gina Charles reflect on challenges faced by the construction industry in 2021 and predictions for 2022.

G&A celebrate with Merchant Taylors’ School on historic 400+1 anniversary

Griffiths & Armour would like to congratulate all staff, students (past and present) and parents at Merchant Taylors’ School in Crosby, on reaching the incredible milestone of 400+1 years at a recent celebratory dinner held at Liverpool FC’s Anfield Stadium.

Cyber Insurance in 2022 – Do you meet insurers' new requirements?

As a result of a significant increase in claims and heavy losses incurred by the insurers caused by ransomware attacks on their customers in 2021, insurers have significantly raised the bar on the security standards required by businesses to purchase cyber insurance, leaving little time for organisations to catch up.

Professional Advisor Partner of the Year for The Timpson Group

The Timpson Group Annual Partner & Supplier Awards winners were recently announced and we are incredibly proud that Griffiths & Armour has been awarded Professional Advisor Partner of the Year for 2021.

What is happening in the D&O insurance market?

Alex Wightman from GAWS of London sheds some light on the current state of the D&O market and to get some insight into what might change for 2022.

£11,343 Raised for NSPCC at Liverpool Sportswomans Lunch

We are delighted to announce the total funds raised for our chosen charity partner, NSPCC, at the recent Liverpool Sportswomans Lunch is an amazing £11,343!

Insurance within the Care Sector in a post-Covid era

What does the future look like for insurance in the Care Sector in a post Covid-19 era? Client Services Director David Erksine shares his top 5 tips to help organisations get prepared for 2022.

Cost of a data breach in 2021

IBM Security recently announced the results of a global study which found that data breaches had cost surveyed companies over $4m per incident on average – the highest cost recorded in each of the 17-year history the IBM report has been produced.

Griffiths & Armour secure Construction and Latent Defect insurances for Bericote Properties

Find out more about the Construction and Latent Defect insurances secured for Bericote Properties latest project, by the Griffiths & Armour Construction Team.

Griffiths & Armour sponsor the Association for Consultancy and Engineering (ACE) Consultancy and Engineering Awards

Griffiths & Armour are delighted to support the Association for Consultancy and Engineering’s (ACE) upcoming Consultancy and Engineers Awards 2021.

What's happening in the PI market? IStructE Webinar

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We were delighted to host the first webinar in our three-part series in partnership with The Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE). This session was part of our framework in place with IStructE and is one of a series of seminars and publications providing updates to IStructE members on developments within the PI market and underlying risk trends.

What's happening in the Professional Indemnity (PI) insurance market?

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At Griffiths & Armour, we understand the need to support informed decision making. In our latest video, Professional Risks Director, Tanya Winstanley and Associate Director, Thomas Alston explain what’s happening in the PI insurance market and what firms should consider in approaching the renewal of their arrangements.

New RMworks Risk Directory Launched

A comprehensive and complimentary new resource library covering over 50 specific areas of risk guidance has been launched and is now available for all Griffiths & Armour clients.

A University Challenge - How Do You Navigate a Hard Insurance Market

Universities and the wider education sector are experiencing the challenges of a hard insurance market. What does that mean for 2022? Nick Fitzgerald explains how insurance managers can mitigate the impact of a hard insurance market and the trend of increased premium rates.

UK drivers no longer need insurance ‘green card’ in EU

The European Union have announced that it is waiving the obligation for drivers from the UK entering the EU to obtain an insurance green card. All UK drivers will no longer be required to carry insurance green cards when taking their vehicles to EU countries.