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Welcome to Premierline's Insight Hub

Your go-to destination for expert guidance, insights and information on all things business.

As one of the UK’s leading SME insurance brokers, we understand the importance of having access to reliable and up-to-date information. In our Insight Hub, you’ll find a wealth of resources designed to help you navigate the complex world of business. Our comprehensive library of resources includes guides, news, articles, and tips to help you stay informed and can help you make informed decisions about protecting your business.

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Severe rain at a construction site
Business Guide
Managing risks at a wet construction site
Jun 17, 2021

A risk management guide to identifying and mitigating the risks of water at construction sites.

Electrical engineer
Business Guide
Electrical safety standards for landlords
Apr 14, 2021

ew electrical safety standards for Landlords. Rules and regulations designed to improve the safety of privately rented properties in England. Find out more.

Pearlescent paint pattern
Business Guide
5 Tips on mixing paint safely
Mar 26, 2021

Painting isn’t necessarily seen as a dangerous profession, but there are some potential serious risks. Avoid injuries and illnesses when working with paint.

Roofing construction
Business Guide
Managing late payments in the construction industry
Jan 25, 2021

Guidance on how to manage late payments. We discuss the risks of late payments, laws, legislation and tips on how to deal with late payment issues.

Commercial property in the winter
Business Guide
5 tips to protect your unoccupied commercial property during the winter months
Jan 8, 2021

Our tips for protecting unoccupied property during winter to ensure the security and safety of your business whilst you are away.

Person spray painting metal sheets in warehouse
Business Guide
Keeping your team safe from spray painting hazards
Jan 4, 2021

Many spray paint contain hazardous chemicals that can be released when mixing, spraying, grinding or sanding. Consider the hazards for you and your team.

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HR and Workplace
13 Tips to protect your restaurant from theft
Nov 27, 2020

Practical tips and guidance on how to prevent theft from your restaurant and general guidance on what you should do should theft take place.

Construction contractors looking at planning documents
Business Guide
Construction projects to watch out for in 2020
Nov 15, 2020

We have taken another look at some of the construction projects with key milestones coming up in 2020. Read on to find out more.

Busy motorway at night
Business Guide
How to reduce the risk of diesel exhaust exposure
Sep 25, 2020

If your team is working around diesel powered machinery, take a look at these practices that will help keep them safe whilst working around this machinery.

Contractors looking at drawings in a garden
Business Guide
What Is the difference between labour-only and bona-fide subcontractors?
Sep 18, 2020

There are two subcontractor classifications, labour only and bona fide and you need to make sure you know the difference to avoid fines, penalties or claims.

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Business Guide
Common risk exposures for retail businesses
Aug 24, 2020

It takes hard work, risk and huge investments to make your retail business a success. Check out our guide to the everyday risks that could harm your business.

Empty chairs in a hair salon
Business Guide
The advantages and disadvantages of chair hire in a salon
Aug 21, 2020

A common practice in the hairdressing industry is to rent a chair in a salon. This article details the pros and cons of salon and freelance work arrangements.

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Joe Sharpe

Joe Sharpe

Account Executive

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Kris Littlewood

Kris Littlewood

Digital Marketing Consultant

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Nathan Bentley

Nathan Bentley

Marketing Executive

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Phil Browning

Phil Browning

Client Sales Executive

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Rebecca Leversidge

Rebecca Leversidge

Marketing Manager

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Stephanie Conway

Stephanie Conway

Partnership Executive

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