News and Insights
What is Latent Defects insurance?
Insights for BusinessLatent Defects insurance is becoming an important upfront consideration during the budgeting process for developers and funders in the construction industry to protect their project, business and reputation.
Griffiths & Armour move to new Manchester office
Insights for BusinessAfter a few weeks in residence, we are pleased to confirm that the Griffiths & Armour team are now settled into our new office in Manchester.Occupying the 14th Floor at Chancery Place, 50 Brown Street in Manchester we are enjoying the great views across the city.
Griffiths & Armour host Mock Trial in partnership with Kennedys Law
Insights for BusinessGriffiths & Armour recently hosted a mock trial in conjunction with Kennedys Law and Parklane Plowden Chambers. The event was held in Leeds, and was based on a fictional slip and trip case that provided an accurate portrayal of a hearing following a visitor’s slipping accident in the entrance area of a leisure centre complex.
Griffiths & Armour Client Services Board
Insights for ProfessionalsThe function of the Board is to support and complement our existing structures with a singular focus on maintaining and developing our client service proposition. That brief encompasses all aspects of client service and the formation of the Board saw the appointment of six new Client Service Directors, each having a wealth of experience in their particular area of expertise and a record of excellence in client service...
The Current Latent Defects Insurance Market and Challenges expected for 2023
Insights for BusinessLatent Defects insurance is ever changing and becoming much more of an upfront consideration during the budgeting process than it has been, when previously it was often seen as an afterthought.
To provide insight into Latent Defects insurance, we caught up with Joe Gooden from BuildZone, a leading residential Latent Defect policy provider, have commented on the current state of the inherent defect and building warranty market, which remains turbulent.
Fire Prevention on Construction Sites: New Edition of the Joint Code of Practice
Insights for BusinessThe Fire Protection Association has recently published the 10th Edition of its Joint Code of Practice on the Protection from Fire of Construction Sites and Buildings Undergoing Renovation (JCOP). This replaces the previous edition published in October 2015. Whilst the scope of the JCOP covers projects with an original contract value above £2.5m, the general principles can be applied to any construction project.
The Building Safety Act – All Change
Insights for ProfessionalsAs we head towards 2023, there are real questions as to what lies ahead for the construction sector. Earlier this year, we saw royal assent being given to the Building Safety Act, which brings with it significant changes to the operational, insurance and liability environment for anyone working in construction in England, as well as impacting those with projects in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland...
Griffiths & Armour Construction team place bespoke project and Latent Defects insurances for Queen’s Quarter, Croydon
Insights for BusinessThe Griffiths & Armour Construction Insurance team are pleased to have once again worked alongside HUB Residential to place the project insurances for another fantastic residential development, Queen’s Quarter.
Placing Bonds in the Insurance Market – Attis Credit Solutions
Insights for BusinessAmidst ongoing economic pressures, there has been an increase in the use of insurance bonds (Surety) in the insurance industry, in particular, on construction projects, due to an increase in security requirements such as a surety bond or guarantee, for contractual obligations.
Griffiths & Armour announce New Partner and Board Director Appointment
Insights for Business, Insights for ProfessionalsGriffiths & Armour is pleased to announce that Tanya Winstanley has been appointed as Partner and also Director of Griffiths & Armour (Holdings) Limited following FCA regulatory approval...
Liverpool Sportswoman’s Lunch raises over £20k for Marie Curie
Insights for BusinessThe Liverpool Sportswoman’s Lunch has become a glittering date in the diary not to miss, and Griffiths & Armour were once again proud to support this important charity lunch as headline sponsor.
Protect your business against cyber threats
Insights for BusinessIn our latest video, George Gardner, Cyber Lead at insurance brokers Griffiths & Armour, explains why good cyber security goes hand-in-hand with a robust Cyber insurance policy and how our specialist in-house team can offer tailored advice for all your Cyber insurance needs.
How the Cost of Living is impacting Grey Fleets
Insights for BusinessA 'grey fleet' vehicle is generally regarded as one that is owned and used by an employee for undertaking a work-related journey. Amidst the rising living costs, Risk Management Director, Cath Swindells discusses the importance of ensuring your vehicle is safe to use on a day-to-day basis.
Danger – Inflation and Underinsurance
Insights for BusinessNews headlines have been dominated for months by the self-proclaimed “Cost of Living Crisis” following the sustained rise in inflation in the UK to over 10%, which is the highest level for over 40 years. The reasons for this are varied and include the release of pent-up demand following the Covid-19 Pandemic with associated supply chain difficulties, labour shortages and steeply rising energy prices triggered by the War in Ukraine.
Griffiths & Armour raises £14,000 for NSPCC
Insights for BusinessWe’re delighted to report that teams from Griffiths & Armour took part in two challenges over the summer, raising donations of nearly £7,000. The firm are incredibly proud of their efforts and in support of these the firm’s Partners agreed to match the funds raised, culminating in a sum of £14,000 for our chosen charity, the NSPCC.