Paul Francis appointed Head of Claims
Paul has been appointed Head of Claims at UMAL from April 2020. Paul has worked in the insurance industry since 1987 when he started his career at Eagle Star.
Practical advice regarding the COVID-19 Outbreak – Health and Safety Precautions
The Coronavirus pandemic has resulted in a number of closures with resultant Health and Safety risk precautions needing to be applied.
Practical advice regarding the COVID-19 Outbreak – Building Closures, Fire and Safety Precautions
The Coronavirus pandemic has resulted in a number of property closures with resultant Property risk precautions needing to be applied.
UMAL Travel Cover and the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak – Update
The FCO have now issued unprecedented advice to travellers currently overseas
FAQs – UMAL Travel Cover and the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak
Here are the latest Frequently Asked Questions regarding UMAL's Travel Cover and the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak.
COVID-19 – our response
As the situation concerning the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak continues to develop, UMAL is taking action in response to UK Government advice and to protect our members and staff.
Update – Novel Coronavirus Outbreak
The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) now advises against all travel to Hubei Province due to the ongoing novel coronavirus outbreak. Their advice is that if you are in this area and able to leave, you should do so - https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/china
Novel Coronavirus Outbreak (China)
Since the turn of the year, there have been several cases of Novel Coronavirus confirmed in China and these have now spread to other nearby countries, including Japan, Thailand and South Korea. At the time of writing, there have been over 200 confirmed cases, and at least 4 deaths.
Events in Hong Kong Escalate
Events in Hong Kong have escalated in the last few days, particularly in and around local University campuses, resulting in a number of local institutions where our Members have students placed, closing.
Hong Kong Unrest – Updated Situation Report
In response to the recent clashes around universities in Hong Kong, UMAL’s security and travel assistance provider, Drum Cussac, have published an update to their University Protests Situation Report.