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Backpacker

5/21/2007  - Gap year travel "on the increase"

More young Britons are travelling the world before going into full time employment, accord... more

Insurance

8/20/2008  - Motorists 'opting for smaller cars to save cash'

Motorists are increasingly looking to purchase smaller cars as they attempt to lower their... more

8/19/2008  - Homeowners unsure about ins and outs of home insurance

A survey from HomeInsurance.com has shown that 54 per cent of homeowners admit to knowing ... more

8/19/2008  - UK pets insured more than humans

There are almost double the amount of more

8/12/2008  - Home care 'costs £462bn'

If people were paid the usual hourly rate for chores carried out in the home, they would t... more

8/11/2008  - Car insurance 'up six per cent'

The average car ins... more

8/8/2008 2 - Great Dane highlights need for pet insurance

Ambitious masticator Hector, a Great Dane owned by Hertfordshire resident Pamela Panting, ... more

8/8/2008 2 - Over-50s 'flying in face of the crunch'

An emerging generation of over-50s are determined not to be bogged down by the current eco... more

8/8/2008 2 - Holiday homes 'need cover'

Britons with overseas property need to be sure that they have adequate home insurance cove... more

8/8/2008 2 - Carowners 'would give up' at £1.75 a litre

Following dramatic rises in the cost of fuel, esure has shown that many drivers would stop... more

8/4/2008 1 - Kids' digs 'add value'

Homeowners looking to add value to their home have been advised that erecting wooden chale... more

8/4/2008 1 - Younger drivers 'keen on green'

Large numbers of younger drivers have expressed a willingness to purchase energy-efficient... more

8/1/2008 3 - Housing downturn 'was inevitable'

The National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA) claims that the downturn in the housing m... more

8/1/2008 3 - Consumer well-being 'at an all-time low'

Consumers are now worse off than ever before across three different measurement criteria, ... more

8/1/2008 3 - Mortgage market 'not disheartened'

Practitioners in the mortgage sector are not "unduly disheartened" by the prospe... more

8/1/2008 3 - Travellers' laptops 'are unprotected'

Many travellers are leaving their laptops unprotected, it has been revealed. Comp... more

7/31/2008  - Support for flood-risk households proposed

Households in areas at high-risk from flooding will receive additional support under new p... more

7/30/2008  - Home and entertainment spending falls

The amount of money being spent on homes has fallen by 20 per cent in the first six months... more

7/29/2008  - Digs are 'rich pickings' for thieves

Students need to make sure their possessions are adequately protected by a more

7/10/2008  - East Anglians given glass warning

Drivers in East Anglia are most likely to experience windscreen damage, new statistics hav... more

7/10/2008  - Homeowners advised on flood risk

Residents in flood-prone areas should make sure that all gutters and drains are clear from... more

7/9/2008 2 - Pet insurance 'a must'

Taking out pet insu... more

7/9/2008 2 - Thieves bagging alarming items

Car thieves are getting away with some rather unexpected items kept inside the nation's ve... more

7/8/2008 2 - Super rich 'buoying antiques'

The antique market is beginning to show signs of a slowdown but is being held up by the bu... more

7/8/2008 2 - High flood risk homes 'can still get cover'

Residents living in flood prone areas can still obtain a more

7/1/2008 2 - Newlyweds urged to contact insurers

With the summer wedding season getting underway, couples planning on tying the knot have b... more

7/1/2008 2 - Van-drivers 'must not light up'

One year on from the introduction of the smoking ban, Direct Line has insisted that many w... more

6/26/2008  - Flood mapping 'important for insurance industry'

Creating nationwide flood maps is really important for the insurance industry, according t... more

6/25/2008  - Fortunes of mid-forties revealed

When it comes to the total value of possessions kept in the home, 46-year-olds hold the bi... more

6/25/2008  - Revellers 'must be cautious' this summer

Music fans planning to attend one of England's many festivals this summer should make sure... more

6/24/2008  - Wimbledon fans breaking Britain's windows

As Wimbledon gets underway, the number of amateur enthusiasts doing damage to their home i... more

6/24/2008  - Overseas motorists 'need to check cover'

Before loading up the car and heading off on a European driving holiday, tourists need to ... more

6/19/2008  - Spectators see driving's 'green future'

Visitors to the British International Motor Show in London will be able to get a glimpse a... more

6/19/2008  - Vets 'most profitable businesses'

Veterinary practices are the most profitable form of business in the UK, according to a ne... more

6/18/2008  - AA calls for flood action

The AA has called on the government to give additional backing to the development of flood... more

6/18/2008  - 'Do not advertise the home' while on hols

Holidaymakers have been advised not to advertise the contents of their home to potential t... more

6/18/2008  - Car-owners urged to offset fuel

Vehicle drivers struggling with the climbing costs of petrol and diesel have been advised ... more

6/13/2008  - Keeping a car on the road 'costs £3,800'

The cost of keeping a car on the road next year will almost equal to the average worth of ... more

6/12/2008  - Motorists advised over car hire cover

Tourists planning to hire a vehicle abroad in the coming months have been advised of the n... more

6/11/2008  - Fuel costs 'make workers look closer to home'

New research has found that up to 16 per cent of UK workers are considering quitting their... more

6/11/2008  - Spain 'cheapest for motoring holidays'

Fans of driving breaks looking for a low-cost trip over the summer might like to look sout... more

6/11/2008  - Careful drivers save on fuel costs

Road users are wasting thousands of pounds on petrol by driving fast, it has been asserted... more

6/10/2008  - 'Battle of the sexes' over car insurance

Women enjoy cheaper more

6/10/2008  - Failing to switch 'cost £26m in 2007'

Consumers who failed to take advantage of the most competitive more

6/5/2008 2 - Brits are 'bargain hunters' for car cover

A new study has shown that UK residents are on the lookout for a bargain when it comes to ... more

6/5/2008 2 - Homeowners 'need to inform' providers of DIY work

Property owners have been advised that if they plan to undertake a major home renovation p... more

6/4/2008 2 - Gap insurance 'will not lower payouts'

Taking out guaranteed asset protection (Gap) insurance on a new vehicle will not result in... more

6/4/2008 2 - Billions worth of blenders 'rusting in cupboards'

New research suggests that the nation's homes contain more than £2.6 billion worth of... more

6/3/2008 2 - Overseas drivers 'should check cover'

Those planning to take their vehicle on an overseas holiday have been urged to check the t... more

6/3/2008 2 - Contents replacement 'costing more than £200'

A quarter of Britons have spent more than £200 pounds replacing household items that ... more

6/3/2008 2 - Cheap car insurance 'still offers benefits'

Commenting in response to claims that cheap home and more

5/30/2008  - Arians 'cause most crashes'

Those with the Aries star sign are statistically the most likely group to be involved in a... more

5/30/2008  - Self-insuring 'cannot cover disasters'

The growing trend among consumers to self-insure by putting money aside each month to cove... more

5/30/2008  - Insurance fraud 'a false economy'

The practice of including falsehoods in insurance claims applications to increase remunera... more

5/29/2008  - Lack of cover 'causing sleepless nights'

A lack of life ins... more

5/27/2008  - Insurance 'more important than treats'

Pet insurance p... more

5/27/2008  - DIYers do it for dividends

With house prices flattening, many people are looking to improve the value of their home b... more

5/23/2008  - Perceptions of hostels 'out of date'

The Youth Hostel Association (YHA) has said that many people's perceptions of hostel servi... more

5/23/2008  - Motorbikes 'a cheaper option'

With petrol prices increasing steadily, drivers have been advised that opting for a motorb... more

5/22/2008  - Beware of 'backyard robbers'

With the May bank holiday weekend approaching, homeowners have been urged to make sure tha... more

5/21/2008  - Brits 'leaving DIY undone'

More than a million Britons are living with unfinished DIY and home renovation projects, a... more

5/21/2008  - UK 'on bank holiday exodus'

Millions of UK residents will take to the roads this weekend to take advantage of the bank... more

5/20/2008  - Car insurance 'a name game'

New statistics from Confused.com suggest that British drivers named James or William have ... more

5/16/2008  - Driving on the phone 'could cost consumers'

In addition to a police crackdown on mobile phone use while driving, many car insurance pr... more

5/15/2008  - Uninsured drivers 'a massive problem'

The British Insurance Brokers Association (BIBA) has suggested that uninsured drivers are ... more

5/14/2008  - Pet insurance confusion claimed

A new study has suggested that many Britons hold the misconception that taking out more

5/14/2008  - Homeworkers urged to check cover

The growing number of people who choose to work from home need to be sure that they are ad... more

5/13/2008  - Travel agents 'will capitalise on tailor made market'

Online travel resource Travelsupermarket.com has suggested that as more people book their ... more

5/13/2008  - Britain's homes 'a treasure trove'

Homes throughout Britain contain more than £52 billion worth of jewellery, according ... more

5/13/2008  - Throw-away Britons 'loathe repairs'

A large number of Britons would rather replace faulty items than attempt to carry out basi... more

5/13/2008  - Marriage 'makes for cheaper motor cover'

Although marriages in the UK at their lowest level since 1862, Britons have been informed ... more

5/13/2008  - Many Brits 'driving without insurance'

As many as 1.15 million UK car-owners have driven without Car insurance c... more

5/9/2008 1 - Drivers 'unsure' about extent of cover

A new study by Swiftcover.com has suggested that many UK motorists are unsure the extent t... more

5/8/2008 2 - More than 11m drivers 'reluctant to come clean'

Over 11 million UK motorists would avoid telling the truth about an incident involving the... more

5/7/2008 2 - More than 6m Brits switch to save on car premiums

A new study has suggested that more than six million UK motorists have switched their more

5/2/2008 3 - Green vehicles 'have insurance benefits'

There are several financial advantages that come with the decision to drive environmentall... more

5/2/2008 3 - Renters 'should get contents cover'

People living in rental accommodation have been advised that they should take out home con... more

5/1/2008 7 - Car insurance 'key in improving road safety'

Car insurance p... more

4/30/2008  - School run 'causes accident hike'

Drivers who use the roads during the morning rush hour may be interested to know that acci... more

4/30/2008  - Gardens 'provide host of insurance claim possibilities'

The items that people leave in their gardens can be the cause of a wide number of insuranc... more

4/30/2008  - Vacationers urged to reduce burglary risk

There are many actions that holidaymakers can take to reduce the risk of burglary while th... more

4/29/2008  - May Day driving disasters

Motoring enthusiasts thinking of taking a driving holiday to Europe over the May Day bank ... more

4/28/2008  - UK properties "ripe for burglary"

Many homes across the UK are at risk of being easily broken into by thieves, new research ... more

4/28/2008  - Home 'a popular cash stash'

Cautious savers are increasingly keeping their cash at home, according to new research.more

4/25/2008  - Legal cover 'helps home disputes'

Taking out legal cover as part of a more

4/21/2008  - Home insurance 'needs annual review'

To ensure an easy claims process, people should look to check that their possessions are c... more

4/18/2008  - Car insurance levels off

Average car insuran... more

4/17/2008  - Fibbing drivers 'are undermining cover'

A significant proportion of UK drivers are prepared to lie on official forms when applying... more

4/17/2008  - A third of drivers flout road laws

As many as one in three drivers admit failing to comply with the Highway Code and other dr... more

4/16/2008  - Motorists 'driven off the road'

The rising costs of petrol and increased

Taking out a home ... more

4/14/2008  - DIY costs Britons millions

Neighbours' failed DIY improvements could cost Britons as much £173 million in more

4/11/2008  - Non-smoker life insurance policies 'could rise'

The number of people applying for non-smoker more

4/8/2008 2 - Boy racers hitting premiums

A "boy racer mentality" among male drivers in the UK is pushing up the price of ... more

4/8/2008 2 - Insurance for gap years 'a must'

For those planning a gap year holiday, taking out a more

4/4/2008 2 - Bike sales 'down to congestion charge'

Last year saw the largest annual increase in motorcycle sales for seven years, according t... more

4/4/2008 2 - Vet 'Oscar' winners announced

The winners of the ninth annual Veterinary Awards - dubbed the "vet Oscars" - ha... more

4/4/2008 2 - Tips for an insurance spring clean

For those looking to save money on their home... more

3/31/2008  - Parking regulations 'have lost sight of aims'

Commenting on a recent announcement that will see parking fines being delivered by post fo... more

3/31/2008  - Learners 'need to be earners'

Learner drivers will find it increasingly difficult to afford to pay to learn to drive aft... more

3/31/2008  - 'Don't risk' false insurance info

Consumers have been advised not to be tempted to omit or falsify information in insurance ... more

3/28/2008  - Homeownership 'a priority'

For people under the age of 30, owning a property is one of the top priorities identified ... more

3/27/2008  - Garden theft 'a growing problem'

Instances of theft occurring within people's gardens are on the increase, according to one... more

3/27/2008  - Car insurance tweaks 'cost dear'

Price comparison site uSwitch is calling for a review on the additional charges imposed on... more

3/26/2008  - Owners 'failing to protect' their pets

With many cats and dogs falling sick every year due to illnesses that could be prevented b... more

3/26/2008  - Hang on to no-claims on second vehicle

People should be sure to search the market when looking to insure a second vehicle on a ca... more

3/25/2008  - More break-ins following clock change

People will be at an increased risk of burglary after the clocks go forward, according to ... more

3/20/2008  - 1 in 4 Britons lack home insurance cover

A new study has found that a quarter of UK homeowners lack more

3/14/2008  - Festival-goers 'should check insurance'

Those attending festivals during the summer periods need to check that any second drivers ... more

3/14/2008  - Green is new black for car-owners

British motorists are going green and increasingly choosing cars with environmentally frie... more

3/14/2008  - 'Make sure' garden is covered

With spring just around the corner and families hoping to spend some time outside in the g... more

3/13/2008  - Consumers 'need to save' on car insurance

The rising cost of owning a vehicle has highlighted the need for consumers to make savings... more

3/13/2008  - Indebted homeowners 'need to secure property'

Following Chancellor Alistair Darling's budget report, the Association of British Insurers... more

3/13/2008  - Competitive car insurance premiums hit insurers

New research has found that due to the highly competitive more

3/11/2008  - Personal safety 'important' after storms

Following the recent storms that have battered the British coast and parts of the mainland... more

3/10/2008  - Women 'take wider approach' to finances

When it comes to planning finances such as loans, mortgages and more

3/6/2008 2 - Pets 'should be judged on behaviour'

A spokesperson from the Blue Cross has said that when it comes to ... more

3/3/2008 2 - Insurance industry supports financial advice

A statement by the Association of British Insurers (ABI) has asserted that the UK insuranc... more

3/3/2008 2 - Flood claims procedures clarified

A recent consortium of UK more

2/29/2008  - Quit the habit and save cash

As the annual No-Smoking Day approaches, people who are set to quit the habit could look t... more

2/29/2008  - Buyers 'need to shop around' for car insurance

Car owners in the UK are finding themselves put under increasing financial pressure when f... more

2/28/2008  - CCTV 'does not affect home insurance'

Homeowners installing CCTV cameras in and around their homes in a bid to reduce the risk o... more

2/28/2008  - Car-owners 'paying over the odds'

The UK's 34 million car-owners could save a combined total of £1.9 billion a year on ... more

2/28/2008  - People 'need to check possessions cover'

A spokesperson from price comparison service uSwitch has encouraged people to make sure th... more

2/25/2008  - Home insurance 'may cover' baggage

Those travelling abroad may not need to take out additional luggage cover if their more

2/22/2008  - Pet insurance market 'will grow'

The European pet in... more

2/22/2008  - Competition 'keeps home insurance low'

The extent of the competition for customers within the UK's more

2/20/2008  - Britain's bedroom musicians 'booming'

The number of people making music in their homes is increasing steadily, Halifax more

2/19/2008  - Tips for good value pet insurance

One insurance analyst has asserted that it can be beneficial to opt for comprehensive more

2/19/2008  - Travelling drivers 'should check insurance'

Drivers taking their cars on European holidays need to check the terms of their more

2/18/2008  - Consumers 'happy' with life insurance

The majority of consumers are satisfied with their long-term more

2/12/2008  - Pet insurance 'can cover many areas'

While many owners may think that more

2/12/2008  - Car and home cover 'critical'

The need to take out car cover was reiterated in recent days by the British Insurance Brok... more

2/11/2008  - Insurance cover 'critical'

It is "absolutely critical" for consumers to ensure that they have adequate more

2/11/2008  - Pet obesity 'a big problem'

Round hounds and flabby cats are an increasingly large problem, according to the PDSA. more

2/8/2008 3 - Renters 'should take out contents insurance'

Many British residents are failing to take out more

2/1/2008 3 - Storm guidance given for homeowners

Following recent severe weather warnings from the Met Office this week, Halifax has offere... more

1/31/2008  - Pet insurance claims announced

1.8 million pet ins... more

1/30/2008  - Insurance customers 'should shop around'

People buying all types of insurance, as well as credit cards and mortgages, should always... more

1/29/2008  - Caravan fans 'should check home cover limits'

Before setting off on a caravanning holiday, owners should first check the limits of their... more

1/28/2008  - Building and contents insurance 'equally important'

Contents and building insurance policies are "both equally important", according... more

1/25/2008  - One in five Britons not insured

A new poll suggests that 20 per cent of the UK population don't have a more

1/22/2008  - Industry is more committed, says Biba

The British Insurance Brokers' Association (Biba) has today said that it welcomed the new ... more

1/21/2008  - 'Driving age should be raised'

Around two-thirds of more

1/18/2008  - Car insurance calamities announced

After reviewing 180,000 more

1/11/2008  - 'More home safety checks needed'

A lack of security may lead to people having to make costly more

1/7/2008 3 - Ensure home contents 'covers Christmas'

Consumers were today advised to make sure that their more