Insurance

HDI Seguros and insureMO are using AI agents to accelerate the development of insurance products

Ad Feature HDI Seguros and insureMO bring AI into insurance product development

Aviva and insureMO have launched a new embedded insurance proposition across Europe.

Ad Feature Aviva and insureMO launch embedded insurance platform across Europe

Snapewood Farm, Cabus

LCC chase farmer for costs after major fire - here's what they say

Young drivers in particular are seeing the biggest year-on-year savings

British drivers are now paying £713 for their car insurance

Police officers search a vehicle at one of the checkpoints.

Lancashire Police carry out target thefts from farms with checkpoints

Tailored insurance is available to landlords at a discounted rate - so renters should check it’s in place

The insurance detail every renter should ask their landlord about

Classic cars can be a lifestyle choice

Why more under-25s are choosing £5,000 classic cars over modern models

The bike was seized

Police catch underage e-bike rider when he tried to evade them

Classic Volkswagen Beetles and campervans are attracting a new generation of younger drivers, with specialist insurance potentially costing less than cover for a newer car

Why young drivers could cut insurance costs by choosing a classic car

Lancashire Police have released footage of karma serving at its finest with the hilarious moment an 18-year-old boy falls off his bike after giving them the middle finger.

Moment karma catches up with middle finger bandit in front of police

Moving in to a rented property with your pet in tow has become far easier - but it presents challenges for tenants and landlords

New pet rights could leave landlords facing costly damage bills

The Renters' Rights Act has changed how landlords can regain possession of their properties, making the process more formal and evidence-based.

Five insurance checks every landlord should make now

The Renters' Rights Act has introduced major changes for landlords, including new tenancy rules and the abolition of Section 21 evictions in England.

New renters' law: what landlords need to do now

The vehicle was seized earlier today by officers on Euxton Lane as the driver did not have valid insurance and was also reported for motoring offences.

We’ll help arrange alternative transport - car seized by police

Police

'He thought it was good idea to make off from our officers down A59'

The survey goes far beyond finances, with respondents feeling stressed, overwhelmed and anxious when faced with money worries

More than one in three adults have avoided asking for financial help
More than one in three adults have avoided asking for financial help due to fear of being judged – with many choosing to struggle in silence.
Kathryn Chatfield

Datamatics enables enterprises to go "deep in digital" to boost their productivity, customer experience, and competitive advantage

Ad Feature Datamatics expands client relationship for AI operations

Consumer Genius Inc. is a performance marketing and lead generation company.

Ad Feature Consumer Genius enters the UK market

The ‘Everyday Freedom’ campaign aims to boost awareness and understanding of the Motability scheme

'My life's been turned upside down by changes to Motability scheme'

Crime news

Uninsured driver hit 130mph driving home to be with sick daughter, 12

Dr Megan Hassell has issued a warning after her house was "destroyed" when her electric blanket set alight - after spending £3k renovating her new home

I made a silly mistake & it cost me my home and caused £50k in damage

Police search car in St Annes.

Woman, 30, arrested after what police found inside car

A driver has been reported after police stopped a vehicle being driven by a provisional licence holder

Driver reported after children found unrestrained in uninsured vehicle

Energy bills can be bundled in with other bills and made much cheaper

This UK bill-bundling service offers up to £150 just for switching

This culture of delayed settlements creates a domino effect.

Ad Feature Debt collection experts warn UK businesses to protect cashflow

Many people start the year determined to sort their finances, only to feel swamped by paperwork and put it off again.

The January money reset checklist

Shocking video shows e-bike rider doing 50mph on pavement in cop chase
Shocking video footage shows the moment an e-bike rider drove at 50mph on the pavement during police chase - before being grabbed by officers.
Jack Marshall

A Lamborghini was among more than 100 uninsured vehicles taken off Lancashire’s roads in just seven days

Lamborghini among 101 uninsured cars seized in police crackdown

Packaged bank accounts charge a monthly fee but include perks like travel, phone, and breakdown insurance (Photos: Pexels/Getty Images)

Martin Lewis reveals the Marmite bank accounts that may save you £100s

Brits would most like AI to take control of doing the weekly shop, planning meals and sending birthday messages

The top 20 things Brits would use AI for, research reveals

It comes as UK motorists apologise at the scene of an accident - despite not being at fault

Drivers risk insurance claims for doing this one thing, expert warns

61 per cent of Brits ‘always’ offer a drink to a tradie

How many cuppas should you offer a tradesman? Here's the answer

(Photo: SUSANNAH IRELAND/AFP via Getty Images)

New banking deal brings flexible savings for millions of over-50s

Easy guide on why commercial vehicle insurance is needed

Lancashire Police's Specialist Operations Unit have arrested a driver after drugs wipe returned a positive result for cocaine.

Police make drug-driving arrest following a traffic stop in Garstang

Gareth Butterfield was delighted with the new insurance quote and how much he saved

I've just saved over £160 on my car insurance - here's how I did it

Liam Ainslie reached speeds exceeding 130mph in a stolen car during a police chase on the A19.

Fleeing car thief gets outwitted by drone after 130mph police chase

Bundle energy, broadband and insurance with Utility Warehouse

How bundling energy, broadband and insurance can stabilise your bills

Drink driver rams police car after dangerous high speed chase

Bundle energy, broadband and insurance with UW

Ultimate consumer hack: how bundling household bills can save money

WATCH: Dangerous bikers cause 'carnage' at Horse Trials

WATCH: Dangerous bikers cause 'carnage' and hit a dog at horse trials

South Yorkshire Police arrest car thief Josh Mansfield after tracking his footsteps through the snow to a garden in Doncaster, South Yorks.

Watch: BMW thief caught after police trace footsteps in snow

The moment Alan Lewis drove off with the staff member on the bonnet of the car. Credit: Mainsgill Farm Shop

Watch: Shoplifter drives away with courageous staff member on bonnet

My new car was wrecked by 'monster' car-park pothole...I'm furious

Stock image of a woman browsing in a shop.

Watch: Expert gives financial outlook for 2025

Medical conditions you may have to declare to DVLA or risk facing fine. (Photo: Pexels/Mateusz Dach)

Warning to drivers with these common health conditions to contact VLA

Dennis Iliffe spent over £500 on repairs from Storm Darragh damage to his chimney and aerial after his insurance provider refused to pay out as the wind speed in Kidderminster did not reach 55mph.

My insurance 'did u-turn' after I complained over storm damage clause

(Photos: Getty Images)

The rules and regulations for storm and bad weather insurance payouts

Data shows that one in three holidaymakers will skip travel insurance because they feel it’s unnecessary or too expensive

One in three Brits are risking high costs by skipping travel cover

Drunk driver repeatedly reverses into car while 3x over alcohol limit

Drunk driver repeatedly reverses into car while 3x over alcohol limit

Extinction Rebellion held a protest outside Howden Insurance on Fishergate over the weekend.

Extinction Rebellion target Preston insurance broker

Police on land and in the air combined to great effect to bring a speeding car to a halt and arrest three suspects.

Sparks fly as stingers stop car that reached 135mph in police chase

Have you been able to listen in behind the scenes at a call centre?

It was hilarious when a call centre didn’t put me on hold

Some of Lancashire's most stolen cars

These are the most stolen cars in Lancashire - is yours on the list?

(Photo: Pexels)

How to budget for the hidden costs of anti-social behaviour

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