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Insight Hub

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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Premierline announces a new mutual relationship with the Scaffolding Association
Oct 6, 2025

Premierline, one of the UK’s leading commercial insurance brokers, is proud to announce its new mutual relationship with the Scaffolding Association. With decades of experience supporting businesses in the construction…

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Managing construction site risks
Jun 3, 2025

Construction sites present many hazards, both to workers and to the public. With so many risks involved, creating a safe working environment is a top priority for any construction site…

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Professional indemnity insurance for the construction industry
May 21, 2025

Professional indemnity insurance (PI insurance) is essential for many working in the construction sector. In many cases, it’s not just recommended, it’s a requirement. High-profile incidents, such as the Grenfell…

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Prioritising scaffolding safety on site
May 20, 2025

Scaffolding is a familiar feature on construction sites. These smart, efficient structures allow workers to operate safely at height, giving them access to elevated areas during building or maintenance projects….

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A guide to construction site inspections
Apr 17, 2025

Construction sites are among the most hazardous working environments, which is why they are regularly subject to inspections. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has the authority to enter worksites…

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Managing asbestos risks
Jun 22, 2021

Keeping your team safe from asbestos risks Asbestos is a naturally occurring fibre that was once used in most construction projects in the UK as insulation or a roofing or…

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Managing risks at a wet construction site
Jun 17, 2021

Mitigate the risks of water at your site Construction sites are often at risk of being exposed to an influx of water, mainly from outdoor sites being exposed to rain,…

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Insight from the experts: The risks of working at height
Apr 13, 2021

Falls from height are the top cause of fatal injury in the construction sector Our partners at SMAS Worksafe provide health and safety accreditation to businesses in the construction, social…

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Managing late payments in the construction industry
Jan 25, 2021

What to do if customers are late with payments Late payments are, unfortunately, a regular occurrence in the construction industry, especially for SME’s, and is believed to be one of…

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Construction projects to watch out for in 2020
Nov 15, 2020

Construction projects in 2020 Last year, we showed you some of the construction projects that were either starting or completing their construction cycle in 2019, as well as some updates…

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The longest projects in modern construction
Aug 12, 2019

Which projects have taken the longest to finish? The construction industry has had huge advances in technology that have allowed building projects to be completed in a much shorter time…

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How dust can be a hazard in your workplace
Aug 9, 2019

The hazard you don’t expect In the manufacturing industry, dust is something that you will be around all the time, but it can cause a catastrophe given the right conditions….

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Kris Littlewood

Kris Littlewood

Digital Marketing Consultant

Phil Browning

Phil Browning

Client Sales Executive

Rebecca Leversidge

Rebecca Leversidge

Marketing Manager

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Stephanie Conway

Partnership Executive

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It is important to make sure that you have the right insurance in place to protect the business that you have built. Every business is different and has its own business insurance needs, which is why we work with some of the UK’s most well-known insurers to ensure that you are getting the right insurance cover for your business.