Alexandra Richards

The European Commission announced on the 30th of June that UK drivers will no longer be required to carry insurance ‘green cards’ when taking...

Recent years has seen the value of rare and collectable whisky increase dramatically.
In response to this growing demand, we have devised a specialist...

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Last month, several colleagues from Bruce Stevenson took part in a fundraiser for our charity of choice, SAMH (Scottish Association for Mental Health), called...

We're over the halfway mark in our Steps for SAMH May challenge and despite the sore legs and feet our team are sticking to...

In collaboration with a leading insurer, we've proudly launched a specialist jewellery insurance product.
To support the launch of this product we've added -
An...

The cybersecurity community paid close attention to ransomware actors’ escalation of business tactics in the last year. The evolving tools and technical strategies have...

Kids Operating Room strives to provide all children in the poorest countries access to safe surgery and a right to the life-saving care all...

Over the past 18 months, Bruce Stevenson have represented our clients on over 70 large and complex insurance claims involving operational renewable energy assets....

By Gary Young, Founder of The Mindful Enterprise
Over the last three or so years since the launch of The Mindful Enterprise, we’ve had the...

Last February, Bruce Stevenson announced SAMH (Scottish Association for Mental Health) had been selected as our Charity of Choice for 2020. We’re delighted to...

Today we wish to announce some exciting news on the evolution of Bruce Stevenson Insurance Brokers.
The question of succession in any business is vitally...

As Covid-19 has swept the globe, no industry has been unaffected, and the vast majority have had to make significant changes to the way...

As the mercury falls and we experience cold spells, the farming community continues to be working hard to look after their livestock and livelihoods.
While...

Rare whisky, like all things collectable which are of repute, scarcity and exclusivity, cannot easily be replaced.
In the unfortunate event of you suffering loss...

It might seem simple. You’ve just bought or have been given a lovely piece of jewellery. You need to insure it.
How do you...

As Bruce Stevenson’s Risk Consultant, I have been liaising with a wide variety of clients about the steps they have taken to reopen for...

As the UK economy has been forced to deal with the pressures of multiple lockdowns and subsequent reopenings, our Rural Business Team has continued...

At the time of writing it's just a little over a couple of months ago since the whole of Scotland ‘Boogie Woogied’ all night...

Escape of water is consistently the most expensive claim for domestic property insurers.
Recent Association of British Insurers (ABI) data shows that on average...

On Friday 15th January 2021, the Supreme Court delivered it’s judgement relative to the FCA test case in relation to business interruption cover and...

As we see weather warnings issued across the country, the cold weather is beginning to bite. We wish to share some tips on preventing...

As many businesses have had to leave their premises to follow government advice it is worthwhile having a basic checklist of what risks to...

Purchasing a buy-to-let property is a major investment and one you want to make sure you protect. With the winter months upon us, it’s...

It’s been a rough time for business in 2020 as the consequences of the pandemic and the economic downturn have struck hard. Now, cold...

The national awards programme which promotes and celebrates Scotch Whisky has announced its winners as part of its second annual competition.
The Scottish Whisky Awards...

According to Government figures, 62% of British farmers are having to diversify alongside running a traditional working farm.
It is not surprising, therefore that many...

We wish to inform you of how to improve your access to travel insurance policies that include cover for more serious medical conditions.
The following...

Through late 2019 and 2020, there have been increasing signs of a hardening in the insurance market in the UK. What exactly do we...

As we enter what will likely be a severe economic downturn, dealing with the colossal impact of Covid-19 compounded with the UK’s withdrawal...

Groves-Raines Architects Ltd. is an Edinburgh-based practice dedicated to the conservation and sustainable reuse of historic buildings.
For almost 50 years, the practice has been...

Earlier this week, (15th September) the FCA published the outcome of the recent court case on COVID-19 Business Interruption insurance. The judgment is a...

It's harvest time across the UK and arable farming for the 2020 season has without a doubt suffered its ups and downs. For some...

In the wake of the Grenfell Tower fire disaster, the Scottish Government established a requirement to review Scotland’s existing fire and smoke alarm regulations...

A trust is a way of managing assets and there are a number of reasons why these are set up. When it comes to...

A notable trend of most of us spending more time at home during Covid-19 is the increase in residential building works projects. Typically such...

Lifting Spirits After Lockdown  
This joint webinar between Mabbett and Bruce Stevenson Insurance Brokers is a unique opportunity to hear from three professionals who have...

The Association of British Insurers (ABI) has issued the following news regarding motor and home insurance.
The ABI has made several pledges to ensure its...

During these unprecedented and challenging times due to the Coronavirus you may have some questions about your home insurance and how various elements of...

Responding to the UK Government's restrictions on movement and advice against all but essential travel, insurers are generally being flexible in their approach towards...

After identifying a gap within the Scottish Borders for an insurance broker to provide a service based on specialist local knowledge, Bruce Stevenson cut...

Bruce Stevenson is in constant dialogue with insurers as they respond to the challenges we have all faced over the last few weeks.
Insurance...

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to disrupt business across the world, we would like to share some information for our clients running Energy Generator...

While the world comes to terms with the impact of the Coronavirus on our lives, criminals are trying to take full advantage of the...

In light of the ever-evolving global impact of Covid-19, Bruce Stevenson would like to provide a further update on the implications to our working...

In light of the extraordinary and ever-evolving global impact of COVID -19, I would like to share with you the measures we are taking...

It is vital for any landlord that your buy-to-let property is properly insured. A let property is a major investment and specialist landlord insurance...

It is no secret that this small nation of ours enjoys a tipple or two but then we do seem to have the knack...

Bruce Stevenson is one of the very few insurance brokers in the country to have a dedicated in-house Claims Department. Claims Department Manager, Trish...

In January 2019, Bruce Stevenson announced Erskine’s Veteran Charity was to be our Charity of Choice for the year. We’re delighted to report that...

The annual Scottish Property Awards were held last night and once again the event was a great success. Now in its 7th year, this...

Will your car insurance go up in 2020? In a nutshell, probably. According to analysis from insurance comparison site Confused.com car insurance prices have...

Cyber Scotland Week has kicked off with a number of government-backed seminars and workshops taking place all over the country to spotlight cyber security....

The coronavirus epidemic has gripped the world and it continues to spread with tragic consequences and the disruption of global travel. We felt it...

We've partnered with the Scotch Malt Whisky Society to present UK members with an exclusive insurance policy. With over 40 years of insurance brokering experience...

Rare whisky, coins, wine, art, watches, jewellery, precious metals, coloured diamonds and classic cars have all seen well over 100% growth in the last...

Our Existing and Development Account Handler, Alana McCulloch, dedicates much of her personal time to her love of horses and show jumping events. It’s...

We are always talking to our clients about the importance of regular valuations for their jewellery and watches. We don’t want any of them...

Insuring items that are important to you is one of the key aspects of the bespoke service provided by Bruce Stevenson Insurance Brokers. However,...

Bruce Stevenson has been awarded Investor in Customer Gold and recording the highest ever IIC rating in Scotland. We asked Investor in Customer Managing...

2019 was a very successful year for Bruce Stevenson Insurance Brokers. Along with achieving the highest Investor in Customers score of any assessed organisation...

We're delighted to have a guest blog by Jenny Allan & Robin Hutchison, Partners and Renewable Energy Specialists at law firm CMS. Below, they...

We'd like to advise visitors to our Edinburgh office to be aware of current traffic inconvenience in the area. After a recent inspection from...

Vicarious Liability is something that can affect all employers, but what exactly does it mean? Below, I'll look at how it affects the agriculture...

Once again Bruce Stevenson was delighted to sponsor and attend Turriff Show in August of this year. The Show is the biggest two-day agricultural...

Hickory Food is a multi award-winning catering and events specialist, who cater for high-end private parties, bespoke corporate events and other prestigious gatherings across...

I had the privilege of speaking at Bruce Stevenson’s annual staff conference in June and was so pleased to see the progress that has...

Bruce Stevenson's Commercial Director, Andy Adam spoke to The Herald Scotland about our involvement within the Scottish tourism industry.
 
As insurance brokers, what appealed to...

Bruce Stevenson Insurance Brokers was delighted to sponsor the Centennial Organ Recital by the world-renowned organist Thomas Trotter at Marchmont House on the 6th...

Bruce Stevenson's Account Executive Michael Hashim spoke with Army Staff Sergeant Jo Mundie to discuss the challenges facing inclusion and diversity in the workplace and...

David Eustace, Chancellor of Edinburgh Napier University is a world-renowned photographer, director and curator, and is regarded as one of Scotland’s most influential creative...

Bruce Stevenson is privileged to have SCHLOSS Roxburghe Hotel & Golf Course as a client. The hotel was opened in 1982 and is recognised...

I regularly get asked what exactly is Risk Management and what does a Risk Consultant actually do?
Essentially, it's my aim to see that a...

 
“Double, double toil and trouble, fire burn and cauldron bubble” proclaim the three witches before prophesising the future of Macbeth in Shakespeare’s famous Scottish...

We're delighted to invite you to our special networking breakfast in Ochiltree’s Café at Abbotsford on the 3rd October at 8.30am.
Taking part in the...

I was fortunate to enjoy great British summertime weather in July and August when attending two of the country’s main annual agricultural shows. These...

Arbikie is a family-owned working farm perched on the east coast of Angus.  Here, the crop is king. They painstakingly plant, tend and harvest...

With the arable harvest well underway, farmers will have been scrutinizing every weather forecast for favourable conditions. Whilst most of the winter crop was...

Underinsurance occurs when something is insured for less than its actual value, resulting in insufficent insurance coverage. Discovering you're business is underinsured could happen...

The Edinburgh Festival Fringe is now in full swing with thousands of visitors coming from across the world to enjoy the huge range of...

Bruce Stevenson's Property Insurance team enjoy a great relationship with Rettie & Co, one of the most well-respected names in property. Below, Karen Turner...

By Jean Arnott-Glennie Farms and Estates Account Executive, and Shani Barclay Commercial Account Executive
 
Bruce Stevenson is a proud supporter and sponsor of several...

We were talking about whisky, as you do to lighten up a training session when Ross Macpherson of QuestGates Loss Adjusters mentioned they were...

Many businesses, whether they realise it or not, have a need for Environmental Impairment Liability Insurance (EIL), and farmers are no exemption.

The standard Public...

Beastly Advice

The imaginatively named “Beast from the East” not only brought the first red weather warning since the current system was introduced in 2011,...

Mark Richards, Director of Private Clients, Heritage Property and Fine Art, talks with client Hugo Burge, Director of Marchmont Farms Limited about the inspirational...

It's been another successful year of growth for the Science and Technology sectors in Scotland. 84% of businesses expect sales to increase over the...

This week marks the 4th anniversary of Bruce Stevenson Insurance Brokers opening our Galashiels office in the Scottish Borders. In that time we have...

The agricultural industry has always been weather reliant and the past year has been no different. The Beast from the East landed here in...

How seriously does Bruce Stevenson Insurance Brokers take their pledge to the Armed Forces Covenant? Just ask one of Bruce Stevenson’s directors, Andrew Adam....

James Withers is Chief Executive of Scotland Food & Drink (SF&D), a membership organisation that was set up in 2007 to grow the value...

2018 has been yet another terrific year of growth for the Scotch whisky industry, which is currently enjoying levels of investment not witnessed since...

For the first year since we set up the Bruce Stevenson Renewable Energy Team in 2007 we have not been involved in a multitude...

The organisers of Fife Whisky Festival have toasted a sell-out success and announced its return for a third year in 2020.
Businesswomen Justine Hazlehurst and...

Today we consider the reality of the Lambing Season; which many of our farmers are currently in the midst of.

Many people outside of the...

In collaboration with Eskmills Ltd, we are delighted to invite you for coffee, breakfast rolls and an opportunity to hear from, and talk with,...

It’s fair to say that 2018 was a busy year in the Scottish property market. The government is building more homes, but there is...

With winter drawing to a close and the first bank holidays at Easter in sight we see many Bed & Breakfast and Self Catering...

The past few years have been challenging for hydro scheme owners and developers. Continued cuts to support subsidies have created difficulties in making the...

2018 has been a phenomenal year for rare whisky. The first half of the year saw UK sales break all records with the Rare...

At the time of writing, Brexit will take place on the 29 March with or without a Withdrawal Deal. This could fundamentally affect the...

With the Brexit deadline on the horizon at the time of writing, we look at some of the areas which could affect the farming...

Spring is on its way, and what better way to celebrate the lighter days and all things farming than by coming to the first...

Our Commercial Account Executive and Whisky Connoisseur, Graeme Dempster, was interviewed by Maggie Kimberl for Alcoholprofessor.com.
In Kentucky, where I live, there are whisky...

Each year, our staff dedicate our fundraising efforts on one chosen charity, for whom we raise thousands of pounds.
For 2019 we are delighted to...

As the daylight hours start to lengthen and the festivities are a distant memory, livestock farmers across the country are reviewing their budgets to...

Whilst we watch the weather forecasts for signs of a “White Christmas”, it is worth remembering those who work tirelessly to ensure that we...

Scotland’s Renewable Energy Cycle took us on a journey from London to Hoy and then 18,000 miles around the planet. Our London office is...

Most household insurance fact finds or questionnaires will ask the question "Are all final exit doors secured by 5 lever mortice deadlocks (5LMDL) conforming...

Before setting off on your journey during wintry weather conditions:
  •    Ask yourself if your journey is absolutely essential?
•    Check local and national forecasts and...

What does insurance broking have in common with the Armed Forces?
At first glance, it may not seem like much, but dig a little deeper...

Now that the clocks have gone back an hour and we’ve enjoyed an extra hour in bed, farmers are coping with shorter daylight hours...

Our Property Insurance team launched our Properties in Trust insurance scheme in 2016 and since then it's been a great success for our clients.
 
Legal...

Our Renewable Energy team are delighted to invite you along to an afternoon seminar on 27th November 2018 with key players in the Scottish...

In aid of the Scotland Boat Show this weekend, I've rounded up my top 5 Scottish sailing tips...  
 
1.    No. 1 tip is to get Antares...

Shani Barclay has worked at Bruce Stevenson as an Commercial Account Executive for four years and has an array of clients stretching from Northumberland...

The Art world is extraordinary.  As we witnessed Banksy’s ‘Girl with Balloon’ begin to shred itself just after the hammer went down at Sotheby’s...

Bruce Stevenson has acquired Turriff-based regional player Youngson Insurance Consultants on the back of a record financial year that closes out its most recent...

Derek Nicol has worked at Bruce Stevenson as an Account Executive for four years but has worked in Insurance for more than three decades,...

The business of an art and antique dealer is, generally speaking, a little different to the average retailer.  You may own a gallery or...

In association with the Scottish Borders Tourism Partnership, we are delighted to invite you to a lunchtime seminar to outline and discuss the recent...

For those of you who haven’t given much thought to where your Christmas tree comes from and what goes into the growing of the...

In association with Scotland Food & Drink, we are delighted to invite you along to a Client Academy breakfast on the subject of food...

Last month heralded the news that Food and Drink’s contribution to the Scottish economy in 2016 was £13.9bn, up by almost 4% on the...

TICKETS ON SALE FOR SECOND FIFE WHISKY FESTIVAL
  The organisers of the Fife Whisky Festival have unveiled a packed programme for the showcase event which...

Bruce Stevenson is proud to be sponsoring the Tourism & Hospitality Business of the Year Award at the Scottish Borders Business Excellence Awards 2018.
Our...

It’s fair to say that the Scottish whisky industry is enjoying one of its greatest periods of growth and investment in recent times.
Currently there...

In my role as Private Client and Hospitality Executive at Bruce Stevenson I am in the very fortunate position to be able to travel...

It’s fair to say it has been a busy year so far in the Scottish property market.
 
The Government are building more homes, but there...

Bruce Stevenson Insurance Brokers specialises in niche areas of private and commercial insurance and for some time has been offering its expertise and knowledge...

As a landlord, it is essential that you are adequately covered for your let property. Purchasing a buy-to-let property is a major investment and...

 If you're fortunate enough to have a sizeable distinguished private whisky collection, you should consider insuring it.
The valuation of premium whisky has been on...

With Festival season almost upon us, now is a good time to review your insurance policy. It is not something you enjoy thinking about...

Selfie’s really are all the rage these days! The awareness and popularity of self-build homes in the UK has been rocketing, with many self-builders realising...

On Wednesday 6th of June the Bruce Stevenson Annual Charity Cycle took place in the Trossachs. Our corporate ambassador, Mark Beaumont best known for...

Alexandra Richards, Private Clients Development Executive at Bruce Stevenson Insurance Brokers looks at why it is so important to ensure that your collection, whether...

It’s easy to get overwhelmed by all the jobs that need doing before the season starts, so we thought it might be useful to...

If you are fortunate enough to have a sizeable distinguished private whisky collection, you may want to consider insuring your investment.
The valuation of...

In spring time, when the livestock are turned out of their winter housing onto grass pasture, there can be an increase in cases of...

Two days within the Renewable Energy Team at Bruce Stevenson are very rarely the same.  Whilst we are insurance brokers at heart, our team is...

This month we found out a little more about one of our clients who have been specialising in Goat meat.
Maxine Tarry and her partner,...

Home insurers are often unable to accept the risk of insuring a home if it is undergoing works in excess of £50,000.  
Insurers identify...

Earlier this year, industry-wide figures revealed that alongside its title of being the Scottish nation’s capital city and seat of power, Edinburgh also is...

Scotch Whisky is vital to the entire Scottish and UK economies. According to the Scotch Whisky Association the industry generated £5 billion in value...

    By Gordon Cameron, Commercial Account Executive
 
There has been an unprecedented focus on cyber-crime and digital security following several high profile incidents. TalkTalk,...

I was delighted to be recently invited to a seminar hosted by Shepherd & Wedderburn Solicitors where Scottish Cabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy...

If your vehicle is stolen or written off due to an accident it is likely that your motor insurer will only pay the current...

Perhaps we take care of your household insurance, but not your boat or yacht.  We would be delighted to offer you a quotation and...

A peaking power plant is an electricity generating power station designed to help balance the fluctuating power requirements of the electricity grid. These plants...

At Bruce Stevenson, we provide useful advice on the best ways to protect what is valuable to you. 
Evident physical security measures in a home are a must, but...

As cities across Scotland ready themselves for the forthcoming influx of tourists and students, recent surveys have shown that there is a growing concern...

Rural Theft – Scrap metal
We have recently received reports of the theft of Scrap Metal from farms.
It seems that although the thieves may be...

Survey Manager Andrew Davies of AXA ART Insurance explains AXA ART’s commitment to not let private clients be ‘left short’ in the event of...

Bruce Stevenson is proud to announce we have raised over £11,000 for its chosen charity, FareShare Scotland.
With over 90 staff across offices in Edinburgh,...

We are delighted to announce that we have appointed FareShare Scotland as our charity of the year and made a commitment to donate two...

It's a concern amongst many holiday homeowners that they may not have appropriate insurance cover. We're delighted to unveil a bespoke insurance package for...

We're delighted to annouce our income rose during a highly successful year which also saw the firm increase its headcount.
The total income for the...

With the shooting and stalking season well upon us, it's a good time to offers these Top Ten Tips to landowners and estate factors:
If...

What is a delegated authority scheme? Well, for a start, these schemes are rare and don't happen very often.
 
Trusted Relationships Delegated authority schemes are set...

Hospitality Industry Trust Scotland (HIT) is a Scottish based charity whose mission is to assist organisations to achieve their potential within Scottish hospitality.
 
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The remake of Whisky Galore is set to put the spirits industry firmly in the spotlight this year but for those with their nose...

Our Private Clients department has been responding to growing demand from clients, both directly and from their professional advisors such as solicitors, to find...

Risk management is the ongoing process to identify, analyse, evaluate and treat loss exposures. No matter the industry, it’s crucial to have a robust...

If you're a property owner it’s important to make sure you have the right buy-to-let/landlords insurance. Our Property team have extensive experience in this...

Learning to drive is one of life’s great milestones. If you're parent, you'll inevitably be involved in your childs first steps in driving. They...

Every week on average, 20 tradesmen die from exposure to asbestos. Averaging 4 plumbers, 6 electricians and 8 joiners – all from this hidden...

In 2015. Bruce Stevenson was awarded a prestigious three-star accreditation for ‘exceptional customer service’ by Investors in Customers (IIC), following an independent assessment.
We...