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Rehome or adopt a rescued pet
Looking for a loyal sidekick? Giving a rescued pet a second chance is one of the most rewarding things you can do. Our tips are here to help you start your adoption journey.
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What is life insurance?
Life insurance can offer your loved ones peace of mind and financial security if you pass away or become critically ill.
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Why it’s important to insure your pet
Our pets are more than just animals. For most owners, they’re a much-loved member of the family. And pet insurance is an important way of looking out for them.
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Safe travels: where can I go on holiday?
Travel’s a great way to unwind, see the world, open the mind and expand horizons. But rapidly changing situations around the world can soon impact such plans.
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More protection articles and guides
From keeping your loved ones secure to staying safe while travelling, our guides will help you understand different policies and cover options so that you can protect the things you care about the most
Protecting yourself
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Is life insurance worth it?
Life insurance can help your family financially if the worst should happen. Here, we look at some of the reasons you may wish to consider buying a life cover policy ...
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What to expect from life insurance
Our guide takes you through what to expect from life insurance, from the application right the way through to the payout. If you think it’s a product that could help ...
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What is life insurance?
Life insurance can offer your loved ones peace of mind and financial security if you pass away or become critically ill.
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The nation's relationship with life insurance
For many people, life insurance is an extremely important financial product - but how many of us have it, and what do consumers actually know about this type of cover?
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Life insurance for self-employed
Working for yourself can come with financial challenges. That's why it's worth considering life insurance when you are self employed.
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Death in service vs life insurance
If you rely on death in service cover alone, you may be putting your family at a financial disadvantage. Read on to discover how death in service benefits compare to ...
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Life insurance vs life assurance
There are big differences between life insurance and life assurance. We want you to have all the information you need to make an informed decision about which is right ...
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Cost of life insurance
Loads of factors will affect the average life insurance cost, from lifestyle and overall health to occupation. But you do have a say in what you pay.
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How to spot common scams and fraud
Scams and fraud cost the UK billions each year and can have a high personal cost on victims. Here, we look at the tactics fraudsters use to gain financial or personal ...
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When to buy travel insurance
Do you need travel insurance for your trip? Is travel insurance worth it? And, if yes, when is the right time to buy cover?
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Travel insurance for seniors and travelling with grandchildren
Read our guide to travelling in later life. We explore what to look for in your travel insurance, plus taking trips with your grandchildren.
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How to avoid holiday scams
We all look forward to our holidays. Unfortunately, though, more and more people are being affected by holiday fraud and scams. Read our guide to help avoid being left ...
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4 travel money scams and watchouts: keep your holiday funds safe
Going on holiday is an exciting time for families. To make sure it stays fun, it's crucial to be aware of the tricks and traps tourists can fall foul of.
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How EasyID can help you as a student and when you start work
Student life is busy. From proving your age to applying for jobs, you need to show who you are in lots of situations. We can help with that with a free app that’s ...
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Travelling without insurance: Why you should never take the risk
If you’re thinking of heading abroad without insurance, think again. This guide explains why doing so can be risky, busts common myths about the need for insurance and ...
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How EasyID can help your business
Need a quick and easy way to verify your customers? EasyID makes identity checks simple and can help reduce fraud, speed up transactions and build trust.
Protecting your family
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What are the benefits of life insurance?
We insure our cars against theft and damage, and our homes in case anything goes wrong. But not as many people insure the most valuable thing of all: their lives.
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Over 60s life insurance
Turning 60 is a special milestone, but it’s also a good time to think about how you can protect your loved ones in the future.
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Life insurance vs life assurance
There are big differences between life insurance and life assurance. We want you to have all the information you need to make an informed decision about which is right ...
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Family travel insurance
If you're travelling abroad as a family, it makes sense to take out insurance that covers you all. Especially if you have little ones.
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10 tips for keeping kids safe on holiday
We all know the feeling – getting to the airport, then a wave of panic comes over you. Did you remember your passport? What time's the flight? And where on earth did you ...
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Teen travel: holiday ideas for teenagers and tips for parents
Travel can help teenagers grow and discover new places. This guide shares the best trips for teens, advice for those travelling independently for the first time, plus ...
Protecting your property
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How to replace a lost or stolen passport
Whether you’re on holiday or back home in the UK, losing your passport can be a true traveller’s nightmare. But our guide to replacing a lost passport will help you do ...
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How clearing your gutters impacts your home insurance
Keeping your gutters in good working order is part of home maintenance and reduces the risk of having a building claim declined on the basis of wear and tear. If you ...
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7 issues that can affect your home. Is my home insured?
Home insurance is a way to protect your property and its contents in case they're damaged or lost. But it can be hard to know what it will cover.
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Accidental Damage Home Insurance
What it is, why you might need it and when you might need extra
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Understanding mortgage life insurance
If you want to leave your loved ones financial protection for your home, even if you’re not there to help pay the mortgage, you may want to take out mortgage life ...
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What you should do about delayed, lost or damaged luggage
The last thing you want to happen on holiday is standing the luggage carousel at the airport waiting for bags that don't appear. It's a huge inconvenience that can cost ...
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How to protect your travel documents
While it’s useful to take hard copies of travel documents away, you can minimise your worry and risk. Here are some handy tips on keeping your travel documents safe.
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10 ways to look after your valuables at the beach
The whole idea of lounging around on the beach is to switch off and enjoy the sunshine. But the reality is that opportunistic thieves are on the lookout for unattended ...
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Understanding car insurance groups
Car insurance can be confusing, especially when terms like “insurance groups” start to pop up. So, what exactly does it mean?
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A quick guide to car tax, insurance and SORN
Keeping your car compliant doesn’t have to be complicated. Whether it’s taxing your car, sorting insurance or declaring it off the road with a SORN, this guide covers ...
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Electric and hybrid vehicle insurance explained
As more people switch to electric or hybrid cars, finding the right insurance to meet your needs is becoming more important.
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How to protect your car from theft
Car theft can be inconvenient, costly and upsetting. But there are steps you can take to reduce the risk of your car being stolen.
Protecting your pet
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How to travel with your dog
Taking your best friend on holiday with you is everyone's ideal situation, but travelling with a dog can be a complicated process. Make sure you know how.
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The cost of owning a pet
The cost-of-living crisis has meant that owning and caring for a pet has become more expensive than in recent years. We wanted to help give you an idea of how much your ...
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Keeping your pets calm and safe during fireworks
From Bonfire Night to New Year’s Eve, fireworks might be exciting for us, but they could make your pet feel stressed and scared.
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Taking pets on holiday: Do pets need travel insurance?
Things have changed a lot when it comes to travelling with your pet. Whether it’s a staycation or a trip to the continent, if you want to take your pet, you may need to ...
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Why it’s important to insure your pet
Our pets are more than just animals. For most owners, they’re a much-loved member of the family. And pet insurance is an important way of looking out for them.
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Finding and identifying lost pets
No-one wants the worry and stress of a much-loved pet going missing. Fortunately, there are precautions you can take and steps you can follow if they do – and pet ...
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Getting your first pet: everything new pet owners should consider
Owning a pet can be one of the most rewarding experiences in life, and bringing an animal into your home starts a special bond.
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10 dog breeds that are good with cats
Thinking of getting a dog but already have a cat at home? It’s important to remember that some breeds are more likely to get along with feline friends than others.
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What can my dog eat? A guide to safe and unsafe foods for dogs
Dogs love to share food with their humans, but not everything we eat is safe for our furry friends. In fact, some foods come with serious health risks.
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What can my rabbit eat? A guide to safe and unsafe foods for rabbits
Feeding your rabbit the right food is essential for their health and happiness. And while rabbits love fresh veggies and fruits, not all are safe for them.
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How to keep pets safe and happy at Christmas
Christmas is an exciting time, but it can be overwhelming for pets. The extra noise, new people and changes to routine can create anxiety for our furry friends.
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A pet’s life expectancy - How long do pets live for?
Pets play a key role in so many people’s lives, but how long can we expect them to be with us? We take look at the life expectancies for popular breeds of dogs, cats and ...
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Rehome or adopt a rescued pet
Choosing and owning a pet can be one of the most rewarding experiences, but have you ever considered adopting an animal from a rescue organisation?
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What can my cat eat? A guide to safe and unsafe foods for cats
Wondering which foods are safe for your cat? It’s essential to know which foods are beneficial and which could be harmful. Feeding your cat the wrong foods can lead to ...
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