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Keyless Car theft prevention

Keyless car theft

Preventing Keyless Car Theft

Keyless car theft is a growing issue due to the way the “keyless” design works. The keyless remote is a radio system that transmits RF signals to the car. The car’s receiver picks up these signals, extracts the data, and sends it to the CPU to unlock the car. Thieves can easily mimic these signals, tricking the car into thinking their transmission is the key. Here are a few ways to prevent your keyless car from being stolen:

Disable Keyless Entry

While keyless entry is convenient, it increases the risk of theft. Disabling this feature and using the key manually can enhance security.

Faraday Cage Box Storage

A Faraday key box blocks RF signals, preventing thieves from mimicking them to break into your car. Store the box in your bedroom to deter burglars from stealing the keys if they break into your home. Since cars come with two keys, use a separate box for the spare and hide it in a safe place. If thieves steal the first set, the second set can help you locate the stolen vehicle.

Faraday Pouch

A Faraday pouch is a portable alternative to the box. It blocks RF signals and fits in your pocket, making it ideal for use outside the house.

Physical Prevention When Parked

Physical barriers are effective, especially for those with driveways. Gates or bollards are the best options. Electric gates are even more secure. For those who park on the street, consider steering wheel locks, wheel clamps, and wheel locks. Invest in high-quality locks, as cheap ones are easily broken by thieves.

Install Cameras

Cameras around your property can help identify thieves and aid in the recovery of a stolen vehicle.

Tracking System Installation

Tracking systems can locate your car, increasing the chances of recovery. Choose a discreet tracking company to prevent thieves from finding and removing the tracker. One insurer reported a 50% reduction in thefts when sophisticated tracking systems were installed.

 

By implementing these measures, you can significantly reduce the risk of keyless car theft and protect your vehicle from criminals.

 

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Under-Insurance

Understanding and Preventing Under-Insurance

Under-insurance occurs when a policyholder’s insurance coverage is insufficient to meet their needs. This can result in a claim amount that exceeds the maximum payout the insurance company will cover. Consequently, the policyholder may face a shortfall, leading to significant financial losses for the organisation. To avoid this, it’s crucial to take proactive measures. Here are six effective ways to prevent under-insurance:

Regularly Value Business Assets Accurately

It’s essential to frequently assess the value of your business assets to ensure your insurance coverage remains adequate. While businesses can perform these valuations themselves, hiring a professional can provide a more precise assessment.

Provide the Correct Rebuilding Cost

When insuring your property, always provide the insurer with the cost of rebuilding it, not its market value or the original purchase price. The rebuilding cost ensures your coverage reflects the actual expense of restoring your property in case of damage.

Calculate and Report Actual Total Revenue

To ensure adequate coverage, calculate your actual total revenue and report this figure to your insurance company. Accurate revenue reporting helps the insurer assess potential risks associated with your operation and provide appropriate coverage.

Determine an Appropriate Indemnity Period

Select an indemnity period that allows your business sufficient time to recover from any incurred loss. An appropriate indemnity period ensures you have enough time to restore operations without financial strain.

Increase Sums Insured in Line with Inflation

Regularly adjust your sums insured to keep pace with inflation. This practice ensures that your coverage remains sufficient to meet rising costs over time.

Review and Update Your Policy Wording

Periodically review your policy wording to ensure it offers the broadest cover for your needs. Update the policy whenever there are significant changes in your business to maintain comprehensive protection.

 

By taking these steps, businesses can significantly reduce the risk of under-insurance and ensure they are adequately protected against potential financial losses. Regular evaluations, accurate reporting, and proactive adjustments to insurance policies are key to maintaining sufficient coverage and safeguarding your business’s financial stability.

 

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BT Redcare alarm removed from the market

“BT’S DECISION TO WITHDRAW THEIR REDCARE ALARM SIGNALLING SERVICE FROM THE MARKET”

Nicholas Whiting, a leading figure at BT Redcare, has announced to the security market, including security installation businesses and Alarm Receiving Centres, that BT will terminate all operations of BT Redcare on August 1st, 2025. This announcement, made on February 1st, follows a refreshed strategy aimed at minimizing product variations and focusing resources on developing key products and services that better meet customer needs.

BT has decided to terminate their Redcare alarm signalling service, effective from August 1st, 2025.

Impact on Clientele

As a result, this decision will directly affect over 100,000 individual customers and enterprises. Consequently, customers should expect to be contacted by various alarm maintenance firms and providers.

Insurance Implications

Since alarm systems are crucial for customers’ insurance policies, clients should consult their insurance brokers for guidance. Moreover, it’s important to ensure that any changes comply with insurance requirements.

Substitute Options

Given the limited options for alternative providers, it is recommended to consider replacement products such as the CSL Dualcom Grade shift Pro DP3 or any dual path Alarm Transmission System with a DP3 performance level, certified to BSEN50136-1:2012.

Urgency

Therefore, Redcare customers need to act promptly. As the deadline approaches, potential bottlenecks in installation and product shortages are expected.

In conclusion, transitioning from BT Redcare to a suitable alternative requires immediate attention to avoid disruptions and ensure continued compliance with insurance policies.

To discuss a new policy, or current policy please get in touch with us via one of the options below!

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FCA TEST CASE – COVID-19 Losses – Supreme Court Decision announced today.

The Supreme Court judgment in the FCA Business Interruption Test Case was published today. The full judgment together with a copy of the FCA’s press release is available here.
 

In concert with our Network provider Marsh and specialist Law Firm Fenchurch Law, we are reviewing the content of the judgment in detail. However, the key message is that the Supreme Court substantially allowed the appeal of the FCA on behalf of policyholders and dismissed the appeal brought by insurers. Notably finding the following:

  • Notifiable Disease Clauses – while the Supreme Court took a different approach to the High Court, it confirmed that all the disease clauses before the Court were triggered;
  • Prevention of Access / Hybrid Clauses – cover under these clauses still faces challenges but may be triggered more readily. No requirement for a legislative step ordering closure and potential cover for loss of access to part of premises;
  • Trends Clauses – the Supreme Court was clear that trends clauses can only take into account factors wholly unrelated to COVID-19 and rejected the “wide area damage” arguments of insurers;
  • Orient Express – the Supreme Court determined that the Orient Express case was wrongly decided and that it should be overruled. This decision therefore has positive consequences for insureds beyond the scope of COVID-19 claims. 

Next steps
We expect to be able to issue a further communication next week, to provide more detail about the key findings in the judgment and we will let you have further details when we are able. Please speak with your Account Executive if you have any questions or concerns regaring the implications following this judgement.

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UK to Lift Second Coronavirus Lockdown

The UK’s second coronavirus lockdown will be lifted on 2nd December. Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on Monday, 23rd November that a new set of restrictions will be implemented in place of extending the lockdown.

Johnson’s new COVID Winter Plan will include a number of stringent restrictions to limit the spread of COVID-19 and minimise the impact of the pandemic’s second wave. In addition to the new plan, the government plans to reactivate a three-tier system of restrictions in England that was implemented earlier this autumn before the start of the second lockdown.

While both new and familiar restrictions are on their way, Johnson also announced that certain regulations will be alleviated starting 2nd December, such as:

  • Non-essential retail businesses will be allowed to reopen in order to support the Christmas shopping season.
  • Gyms will be allowed to reopen to minimise winter weight gain.
  • Pubs and restaurants will no longer have to operate under a 10 p.m. curfew.
  • Areas identified as Tier 3 in terms of coronavirus-related risk levels will utilise a mass testing programme conducted by the Army.
  • A limited number of fans will be allowed to attend sporting events in areas identified as either Tier 1 or Tier 2.

In addition to these upcoming changes, government officials are also in the process of discussing a break around Christmas that would reduce pandemic-related restrictions. During this break, which could last up to five days, more households may be able to gather while celebrating the holiday.

Although some restrictions may be becoming less strict, it is important for people to be aware of local and regional rules. Starting 2nd December, a greater number of areas may be classified as Tier 2 and Tier 3, resulting in greater restrictions than such areas may have had prior to the second lockdown.

For updates on the government’s COVID Winter Plan, the proposed Christmas break and other information related to the coronavirus pandemic, contact us today