It's not always possible to switch off every single electrical item when we leave the home - unless you want a defrosted freezer and a risk of food poisoning! Simply being aware of the domestic appliances and white goods which are high risk can help keep you safer in your…
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Top Ten Tips to prevent Christmas burglary
Burglary increases drastically over the Christmas period, with many insurance companies claiming that statistically you're more likely to get burgled on Christmas Day than any other day of the year! We've put together our Top Ten Tips to help you protect your home this year. 1) Hide presents Don't keep…
Festive crime – surprising facts you may not know
We may enjoy a rest over the festive period but the burglars certainly don't! In fact, Christmas time sees the rate of festive crime sky rocket making it the most important time of year to protect your property. Check out our Festive Crime infographic: Protect your home against burglary and…
1 police officer for every 14,000 residents
Shocking figures reveal a lack of police officers on duty at night, as crime is at an all-time high. A report has revealed that only a few dozen police constables are able to respond to emergencies in some parts of the country, which often span rural areas covering hundreds of…
Rural Crime Drastically on the Rise
Last year alone rural crime cost the UK £39.2 million, and NFU Mutual's recent findings suggest that this figure could well be on the rise. It was barely a generation ago that rural crime was relatively unheard of, with farmers only having to worry about the odd lost sheep or…