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Supporting Havens Hospices: How Alan Blunden Insurance Brokers is giving back

For many businesses, supporting a local charity is about more than simply raising money. It’s about helping organisations that provide essential services within the community while bringing colleagues together behind a shared cause. At Alan Blunden Insurance Brokers, we are proud to fundraise for Havens Hospices (registered charity no. 1022119) and the incredible work it […]

Why do landowners need liability insurance?

Owning land can seem relatively straightforward, particularly if it is not being actively used. Whether it is a small woodland, a paddock, a development site or simply a parcel of land being retained for future use, it is easy to assume there is little to think about while it sits vacant. However, ownership brings responsibilities. […]

Alan Blunden: Race4Business

Yesterday evening, six of our staff members took part in Havens Hospices’ Charity event: Race4Business. Here at Alan Blunden Insurance Brokers, we sponsored our staff member’s entry fees. The proceeds raised were donated in support of Haven’s Hospices, our chosen Charity of the Year for 2026. For this specific event, we donated £234, adding to […]

What the new Renters’ Rights Act could mean for landlords

The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 is expected to bring some of the biggest changes in many years to England’s private rented sector. Some came into immediate effect on the 1st of May, while others are expected to be implemented in stages. These include but are not limited to: How could this affect landlords? The Renters’ […]

What is a mixed-use property?

In the UK, a mixed-use property is one in which both commercial and residential uses are housed under the same roof. Mixed-use properties are common throughout the UK and may take many different forms. Examples include: Because each mixed-use property combines different residential and commercial risks, insurance requirements may vary considerably. Why standard insurance may […]

Why choosing a local insurance broker matters

Buying insurance these days has become a whole lot easier thanks to the many online marketplaces. Despite their convenience, however, there is still a role for a local broker in helping you consider the cover that may be appropriate for your individual circumstances. The tailored service of an experienced broker may be particularly helpful if […]

Mileage, vehicle value and named drivers: what insurers look at when calculating your premium

Do you often wonder how your motor insurer calculates the price of your car insurance premium? What factors are taken into account, and what’s most likely to swing the balance in your favour? The following brief blog might offer some insights. It’s all about the facts and figures Any insurer can only go on the […]

Getting the most suitable property insurance cover

Property insurance is important whether you live in your home or let it to tenants. Although buildings insurance forms the foundation of both home insurance and landlord insurance policies, the risks insurers assess differ depending on how the property is used. Understanding those differences can help ensure the cover you arrange reflects your responsibilities as […]

A reminder on the importance of unoccupied property insurance

If your home or a property you let to tenants is likely to become unoccupied for longer than a month or two, you may want to check whether your existing home or landlord’s insurance policy will continue to provide the protection you need. This is because many standard forms of property insurance may become invalid […]

Havens Hospices Charity Quiz Night