There are many fields with unrestricted access, as public or private rights of way, and often cattle can be seen grazing nearby. Whilst passers-by can usually walk past a herd of cows without any problem, cattle can be unpredictable and...
by Roger Van Praet, DipCII, FUW Insurance Services Ltd Non-Executive Director Insurance is an essential business component, transferring risk and providing much-needed financial security. However, for insurance to fulfil its objectives, the cover you purchase needs to accurately reflect your business...
Agricultural incidents may be few and far between, particularly when compared to motorbike and car incidents, but when they do occur they often have serious - and sometimes fatal - consequences. Back in 2009, a 26-year-old farm worker was killed...
Key statistics about health and safety in the farming industry The HSE report for 2020/2021 shows that 41 people were killed as a result of farming and other agricultural activities, which means that agriculture still has the worst rate of worker...
Hazel Eldridge, Administration Manager Hazel has been with the FUW since December 2016, starting as an Account Handler in the Dolgellau office, a role she performed until early 2021 when she was promoted to Regional Lead Account Handler responsible for the...
More and more farmers and rural businesses are facing challenges and the risk of litigation for a number of reasons and in various circumstances. Litigation risk can come from contract disputes and debt recovery, regulatory investigations or from fraud and...
Having joined us in 2009 and following 12 successful years as the Account Executive for Radnorshire working from our Builth Wells branch, Dave Powell, is retiring from FUW Insurance Services (FUWIS). Dave was born and bred in Radnorshire and was employed...
The importance of protecting livestock assets on farms with the right insurance policy was highlighted at a recent livestock worrying webinar, hosted by the Farmers’ Union of Wales and Wales YFC. FUW Insurance Services Account Executive Gwenno Davies told delegates that...
by Jackie Burrows, Business Development Manager, FUW Insurance Services Ltd As lambing season is upon us, change is in the air. As well as preparing your farm and your livestock for this intense period, it’s also essential to consider other factors,...
by Dave Bates, FUW Insurance Services Ltd Business Development Manager The aim of insurance - be it car, home, farm, business or travel insurance - is to mitigate risk and protect you and your assets from any unforeseen circumstances. There are...