News Archive
Cyber Insurance – Market Update
This month UMAL featured in British Universities Finance Directors' Group quarterly publication providing guidance on the issue of acquiring cyber-insurance [...]
Motor Insurance Update – Changes to Green Card Requirements
With effect from 2nd August 2021, UK motorists are no longer required to carry a green card when driving in the EU, Andorra, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Serbia or Switzerland. Full details can be found on the gov.uk website - https://www.gov.uk/vehicle-insurance/driving-abroad
UPDATE – International Travel and UMAL Travel Cover
From 29th March 2021, as long as there are no changes to the government roadmap, international travel for students travelling from England will be permitted on the basis of the following exemption: Education From 29 March, if you are enrolled in a course of study at an educational institution outside [...]
Time for a Change – Sexual Misconduct at Universities and Colleges
Whilst many higher and further education institutions have been focused on the difficulties in juggling face to face teaching with keeping students safe on campus as Covid-19 runs riot, and the logistics of larger student numbers as a result of the A-level exam fiasco, another more insidious issue is [...]
Risk Alert – The Rise of the e-Scooter and Micro-Mobility
Combining affordability, the latest technology, green credentials and street credibility, the last few years have seen a significant increase in the popularity and use of electric motorised scooters – ‘e-scooters’ – and other forms of micro-mobility transportation. In this article we look at some of the potential implications and [...]
UMAL confirms cover for COVID-19 BI claims
We’re pleased to confirm the application of cover for BI claims under our Infectious Disease extension. For further details read our press release....
Brexit Update – January 2021
With a Brexit deal now in place, there are some important considerations for our members, for more information please click here...
UMAL launches Underwriting and Claims Charters
Our Underwriting and Claims Charters reaffirm the commitment we have to providing first-class service, responsiveness and support to our members.
Drone Regulation Update – January 2021
With effect from 31st December 2020, the UK CAA (Civil Aviation Authority) published updated regulations relating to the use of Drones/UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems) in UK airspace...
Risk Alert – Cyber Attacks and Data Protection
Cyber crime is on the increase. Further escalated by the Covid-19 pandemic whereby Cyber criminals are attempting to exploit increased network vulnerability created by employees working from home. It is crucial that staff are aware of the rising frequency of these adverse cyber-events...
Working from Home – Risk Management Guidance
With your staff predominantly working from home in the current circumstances, it is more important than ever to consider ways in which they can work safely...
What could the Home Office fire safety consultation mean for your institution?
New proposals to improve fire safety in buildings following the Grenfell Disaster could have significant implications for Higher and Further Education institutions...
