British Summer Time is upon us, and all over the UK people are sprucing up their herbaceous borders and shelling out for new gardening equipment.
Unfortunately, this green-fingered activity triggers a flowering of criminal activity, too. According to research by Halifax Home Insurance, garden theft increases by 63% during the summer months.
And we're not talking about a couple of plastic plant pots, here; a study by Saga found that the average cost of replacing items stolen from gardens is £378 - almost as much as the average damage costs from floods (£391).
In total, the average contents of the average garden are worth an enormous £1,237.* Despite this, more than half of us have never checked whether our home insurance actually covers the contents of our garden.
(Reproduced from lovemoney.com)
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Saturday, April 4, 2009
Check insurance deals cover garden items
2nd April 2009
As many as two in three householders are unaware whether their gardens are insured, despite a growing awareness of theft and vandalism. That is according to a new study carried out by M&S Money, which found that 67% of those green-fingered Britons polled have not checked to make sure if their insurance deals cover damage to or theft of plants, bushes, shrubs or even trees. This is in spite of the fact that 17% know at least one person who has been a victim of garden theft, while one in four people living in the north of England are likely to have seen their gardens vandalised. Judith Roberts, M&S insurance manager, said: "Householders often spend thousands of pounds securing their home to protect their family and property. "However, despite the huge amount of time and money invested in many gardens, security levels are often very poor, making them an attractive target for thieves and vandals."
(Reproduced from compareandsave.com)
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As many as two in three householders are unaware whether their gardens are insured, despite a growing awareness of theft and vandalism. That is according to a new study carried out by M&S Money, which found that 67% of those green-fingered Britons polled have not checked to make sure if their insurance deals cover damage to or theft of plants, bushes, shrubs or even trees. This is in spite of the fact that 17% know at least one person who has been a victim of garden theft, while one in four people living in the north of England are likely to have seen their gardens vandalised. Judith Roberts, M&S insurance manager, said: "Householders often spend thousands of pounds securing their home to protect their family and property. "However, despite the huge amount of time and money invested in many gardens, security levels are often very poor, making them an attractive target for thieves and vandals."
(Reproduced from compareandsave.com)
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Friday, April 3, 2009
Statues stolen from garden
02 April 2009
FOUR statues and a concrete water feature have been stolen from a front garden.
Police say the items were stolen from The Barracks, Gorefield, near Wisbech, on Wednesday, March 25, between 6.30pm and 7pm.
A concrete lion, two concrete cherubs, a small concrete lion and a concrete water feature were taken and it is thought the theft may be linked to three males in hooded tops seen with a dark-coloured Ford Mondeo. Anyone with any information is asked to call March police station on 0845 456 4564 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111.
(Reproduced from Peterborough Today)
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FOUR statues and a concrete water feature have been stolen from a front garden.
Police say the items were stolen from The Barracks, Gorefield, near Wisbech, on Wednesday, March 25, between 6.30pm and 7pm.
A concrete lion, two concrete cherubs, a small concrete lion and a concrete water feature were taken and it is thought the theft may be linked to three males in hooded tops seen with a dark-coloured Ford Mondeo. Anyone with any information is asked to call March police station on 0845 456 4564 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111.
(Reproduced from Peterborough Today)
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Thursday, April 2, 2009
Don't let thieves and vandals ruin your garden
1st April 2009
Two-thirds of householders have failed to check if their plants, bushes, trees and shrubs are covered by insurance, despite the fact that the average garden contains £721 worth of greenery. As householders head into the garden this spring, the survey from home insurance provider M&S Money reveals that many people have been targeted by green-fingered criminals. The survey found that 17% of people with a garden know someone who has had plants, bushes, trees or shrubs stolen from their garden. The problem is particularly serious in northern England, where almost a quarter (24%) of adults with a garden know someone who has had greenery stolen. Plants are also a favourite target of vandals - 10% of people have had plants, bushes, trees or shrubs in their garden maliciously damaged. Gardens in Wales are most likely to be targeted by vandals, with 17% of Welsh respondents reporting they have had plants damaged. Despite the apparent extent of the problem, 67% of people have not checked whether their plants are covered by home insurance. The M&S home insurance policy covers for loss or damage to plants, bushes, shrubs and trees in the garden. Judith Roberts, M&S Insurance Manager, said: "Householders often spend thousands of pounds securing their home to protect their family and property. However, despite the huge amount of time and money invested in many gardens, security levels are often very poor, making them an attractive target for thieves and vandals. "Householders can take simple steps to reduce the risk of becoming a garden crime victim. It is also wise to check whether your home insurance policy provides cover for property in the garden. "M&S Money offers the following advice to reduce the risk of being targeted by green-fingered thieves: Install automatic security lighting in the garden; A prickly hedge around the garden will help to deter intruders; Garden gates should be kept locked with a good quality bolt; Keep shrubs and trees cut back to reduce hiding places; Gravel on paths will make it more difficult for an intruder to keep quiet
(Reproduced from easier.com Finance)
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Two-thirds of householders have failed to check if their plants, bushes, trees and shrubs are covered by insurance, despite the fact that the average garden contains £721 worth of greenery. As householders head into the garden this spring, the survey from home insurance provider M&S Money reveals that many people have been targeted by green-fingered criminals. The survey found that 17% of people with a garden know someone who has had plants, bushes, trees or shrubs stolen from their garden. The problem is particularly serious in northern England, where almost a quarter (24%) of adults with a garden know someone who has had greenery stolen. Plants are also a favourite target of vandals - 10% of people have had plants, bushes, trees or shrubs in their garden maliciously damaged. Gardens in Wales are most likely to be targeted by vandals, with 17% of Welsh respondents reporting they have had plants damaged. Despite the apparent extent of the problem, 67% of people have not checked whether their plants are covered by home insurance. The M&S home insurance policy covers for loss or damage to plants, bushes, shrubs and trees in the garden. Judith Roberts, M&S Insurance Manager, said: "Householders often spend thousands of pounds securing their home to protect their family and property. However, despite the huge amount of time and money invested in many gardens, security levels are often very poor, making them an attractive target for thieves and vandals. "Householders can take simple steps to reduce the risk of becoming a garden crime victim. It is also wise to check whether your home insurance policy provides cover for property in the garden. "M&S Money offers the following advice to reduce the risk of being targeted by green-fingered thieves: Install automatic security lighting in the garden; A prickly hedge around the garden will help to deter intruders; Garden gates should be kept locked with a good quality bolt; Keep shrubs and trees cut back to reduce hiding places; Gravel on paths will make it more difficult for an intruder to keep quiet
(Reproduced from easier.com Finance)
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Green fingered burglars
Homeowners have been advised to ensure their garden equipment is covered under their home insurance policy as the season approaches for green fingered garden thieves.
Halifax Home Insurance found that garden theft had increased by 63 per cent last year.
With more Brits in debt because of the recession, figures are expected to increase.
Senior claims manager, Martyn Foulds, of Halifax Home Insurance warned that: "The collective cost of patio furniture, barbecues and children's play equipment can soon add up.”
He advised that Brits “check that their home insurance policy protects against theft from the garden and we'd also recommend making life as difficult as possible for the opportunist garden thief."
(Reproduced from blog.co.uk 31st March 2009)
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Halifax Home Insurance found that garden theft had increased by 63 per cent last year.
With more Brits in debt because of the recession, figures are expected to increase.
Senior claims manager, Martyn Foulds, of Halifax Home Insurance warned that: "The collective cost of patio furniture, barbecues and children's play equipment can soon add up.”
He advised that Brits “check that their home insurance policy protects against theft from the garden and we'd also recommend making life as difficult as possible for the opportunist garden thief."
(Reproduced from blog.co.uk 31st March 2009)
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Insurance broker urges extra vigilance against summer theft
Following the start of British Summer Time at the weekend, insurance broker Towergate Risk Solutions has warned consumers and businesses to be extra vigilant.
The company said that the number of burglaries committed on UK properties and business premises could potentially increase dramatically during British Summer Time (BST).
As the evenings become lighter, summertime thieves will also target garden equipment including furniture, tools, barbeques and expensive plants.
Joe Thelwell Managing Director of Towergate Risk Solutions Poole said: "When the clocks go forward consumers and businesses should exercise extra vigilance when protecting their property especially during lighter and warmer evenings.
"Theft is about opportunity and history has shown that it can increase substantially during a recession. So homeowners and business owners should pay as much attention as possible to protecting their goods both inside and outside."
Towergate Risk Solutions gives homeowners a number of top tips to protect against theft:
* Look out for warranties in your particular insurance policy – these are conditions insurers need you to comply with to ensure cover is provided;* Check with your insurance broker to ensure your home insurance policy includes the contents of sheds, garages and other outbuildings;* Many burglaries happen while people are on summer holiday. Try to arrange for a neighbour, friend or family member to visit your house every couple of days to check everything is OK and show signs of life that could deter opportunists;* Ensure windows are closed whenever you are in not in the house;* Window locks are a proven and low cost deterrent to thieves so make sure they are fitted;* Don’t leave any items of value outside unnecessarily. Check around your property to check that any valuable goods are hidden and out of sight of opportunist thieves.
(Reproduced from Propertytalk Live)
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The company said that the number of burglaries committed on UK properties and business premises could potentially increase dramatically during British Summer Time (BST).
As the evenings become lighter, summertime thieves will also target garden equipment including furniture, tools, barbeques and expensive plants.
Joe Thelwell Managing Director of Towergate Risk Solutions Poole said: "When the clocks go forward consumers and businesses should exercise extra vigilance when protecting their property especially during lighter and warmer evenings.
"Theft is about opportunity and history has shown that it can increase substantially during a recession. So homeowners and business owners should pay as much attention as possible to protecting their goods both inside and outside."
Towergate Risk Solutions gives homeowners a number of top tips to protect against theft:
* Look out for warranties in your particular insurance policy – these are conditions insurers need you to comply with to ensure cover is provided;* Check with your insurance broker to ensure your home insurance policy includes the contents of sheds, garages and other outbuildings;* Many burglaries happen while people are on summer holiday. Try to arrange for a neighbour, friend or family member to visit your house every couple of days to check everything is OK and show signs of life that could deter opportunists;* Ensure windows are closed whenever you are in not in the house;* Window locks are a proven and low cost deterrent to thieves so make sure they are fitted;* Don’t leave any items of value outside unnecessarily. Check around your property to check that any valuable goods are hidden and out of sight of opportunist thieves.
(Reproduced from Propertytalk Live)
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Protect your garden with insurance - 25/03/09
A leading home insurance provider has warned homeowners to take care of their sheds and garden equipment from the risk of burglary.
Halifax Home Insurance urged gardening enthusiasts to make sure that their policies will protect them from theft or damage to their garden. With spring on the way many people will be investing large sums of money on garden equipment and a theft could well set you back a considerable sum of money.
Saga Home insurance noted that the average cost of claims related to gardening equipment was nearly £400.
"The collective cost of patio furniture, barbecues and children's play equipment can soon add up. We'd advise people to check that their home insurance policy protects against theft from the garden and we'd also recommend making life as difficult as possible for the opportunist garden thief," said Marytn Foulds from the Halifax.
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Halifax Home Insurance urged gardening enthusiasts to make sure that their policies will protect them from theft or damage to their garden. With spring on the way many people will be investing large sums of money on garden equipment and a theft could well set you back a considerable sum of money.
Saga Home insurance noted that the average cost of claims related to gardening equipment was nearly £400.
"The collective cost of patio furniture, barbecues and children's play equipment can soon add up. We'd advise people to check that their home insurance policy protects against theft from the garden and we'd also recommend making life as difficult as possible for the opportunist garden thief," said Marytn Foulds from the Halifax.
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