An entire generation has grown up with the idea of equality in the workplace. More than half a century, in fact, has elapsed since the passing of the Equal Pay Act in 1970, legislation which was reinforced only five years later by the Sex Discrimination Act. Yet whilst most of us have long seen no reason to distinguish between individuals because of their gender -
The founder of one of the country's newest and most dynamic names in insurance broking has been elected to represent industry peers across Greater Manchester. Daniel Lloyd-John, the Chief Executive of Broadway Insurance Brokers, will serve as chairman of the area's regional committee of the British Insurance Brokers Association (BIBA) for 12 months. The Manchester committee is one of the largest and longest-standing of the
Pick up any national newspaper on any given day and you'll be confronted with a veritable blizzard of figures relating to various aspects of personal and professional life in the UK. Few, if any, resonate in households or businesses more than those on crime. Details of the frequency and type of offences committed can shape how comfortable or not we feel at work or at
One of the country's newest and most dynamic names in insurance broking has bolstered its operations with another key appointment. Lauren Winstanley has become the latest addition to the Private Client team at Broadway Insurance Brokers. The arrival is her latest position in a 20-year career which has already seen her work with some of the North West's other leading independent brokers. It also comes
The founder of one of the country's newest and most dynamic names in insurance broking has been rewarded for his role in helping the North West bounce back from the Covid-19 pandemic with a prestigious industry prize. Daniel Lloyd-John, Chief Executive of Broadway Insurance Brokers has been singled out in the Outstanding Achievement category of the annual awards organised by the UK's largest grouping of
No-one wants to think about nasty things which may happen. However, making contingencies for what might occur at home, at work, on the road or overseas means that we're better prepared to deal with those eventualities which do arise. It's a lesson which has been made only too clear by the last two years. The Covid pandemic has left its mark on all of us
Being the victim of any type of crime is an intensely personal and unsettling experience. It may not necessarily be of immediate comfort to learn that you're not alone and that others have suffered in a similar way. Nevertheless, being aware of broader crime patterns can help politicians, police, public and the insurance industry alike all address the risk of repeat offences and what to
The start of every year always provides an opportunity for reflection as well as a chance to weigh up our priorities for the 12 months to come.During 2021, we had much tumult and change to consider. January was only a couple of weeks old when the Supreme Court issued a watershed decision on the administration of business interruption claims stemming from the first year of
By now, many households across the UK have almost put the finishing touches to their plans for Christmas and the New Year. In addition, a sizeable proportion of businesses not involved in the retail or hospitality sectors have begun shutting down, ready to resume their commercial activities after the annual festive hibernation. However, none of us head into this holiday period without a sense
There are arguably few more unsettling crimes than burglary. Even after stolen items have been replaced, a sense of unease from knowing that criminals have been in your home can linger. In fact, those sentiments can be difficult to shake that many individuals choose to move house and change their jobs rather than live in discomfort. Of course, official figures seem to indicate that such
