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Farm Focused First Aid Demonstration and Courses

11^th October 2021

To help minimise the risk of on-farm accidents by demonstrating the importance of first-aid training for those working in the farming and forestry sectors, will take place at Borderway Agri Expo. This farm focused first aid demonstration in association with Farm and Forestry First Aid (F3A), ourselves and H&H Safety, will highlight how vital it is for those working in the farming and forestry sector to have specialist first aid training.

Farm Focused First Aid Demonstration and Courses

Recruiting in Welsh Office

27^th September 2021

Due to continued growth, we are looking to expand our team based in Ruthin, North Wales... We are recruiting both an Account Executive and also an Account Handler, to further grow the business which specialises in farm and agricultural insurances.

Insurance Broker Welcomes its Youngest Ever Apprentice to the Team

17^th September 2021

Insurance broker welcomes its youngest ever apprentice to the team A LEADING independent insurance broker has signalled its investment in the future by appointing its youngest ever apprentice, Victoria Twentyman, 16, has joined H&H Insurance Brokers, which operates across the North of England, the Scottish Borders and Wales, as an apprentice admin assistant based at the firm’s Carlisle office.

Apprentices Victoria Twentyman and Tom McGaffin who have joined H&H Insurance Brokers

Meet the Alpacas this weekend in Durham

3^rd September 2021

A COUNTY DURHAM farm is taking part in the first ever national alpaca open day, as farms across the country open their gates to the public: Bushblades Farm at Harperley, near Stanley, is one of around 100 alpaca herds joining the event which takes place over the weekend of September 4 and 5.

Meet the Alpaca at Open Farm Day

27^th August 2021

A CUMBRIAN farm is taking part in the first ever national alpaca open day this weekend, as farms across the country open their gates to the public. The Woolly Farm at Santon Bridge, near Wasdale, is one of around 100 alpaca herds joining the event which takes place over the weekend of September 4 and 5.

Meet the Alpacas on National Alpaca Open Farm Day

Beltex Reunion for Farmers

19^th August 2021

Farmers delighted to meet up with friends as Covid restrictions lifted FARMING friends were reunited for the first time in nearly 18 months as hundreds headed to Carlisle’s Borderway Mart for one of the country’s most premier sheep sales. With lockdown restrictions fully lifted, farmers from across the UK turned out in force for the annual Pedigree Beltex Sheep show and sale - and it turned into a great social occasion as they met up with people they hadn’t been allowed to see since before the outbreak of Covid-19 in March 2020.

Beltex Reunion for Farmers and H&H staff

Whiteley Hey Flock Open Day

5^th August 2021

!! Open Day at Paul Slater showcasing the Whiteley Hey Flock !! Paul is hosting an open farm day to celebrate 20 years of the flocks ‘Annual Production Sale’ on Saturday 7th August from 10am. Here you will see the flock in their natural environment and the stock to be sold on at the Ruthin Auction Mart.

Farmers urged to take action after rise in fatalities on farms

19^th July 2021

FARMERS are being urged to take steps to prevent accidents and injuries on farms following a sharp rise in fatalities from agricultural incidents over the past year. As a Health and Safety Executive (HSE) report revealed 41 people had lost their lives in agriculture during the last year, H&H Insurance Brokers, which specialises in farm and rural insurance, says health and safety must be a top priority for anyone working in the farming industry.

Farmers urged to take action after rise in fatalities on farms

Right of Ways: Encouraging Safety and Minimising Trespassing

25^th June 2021

Sticking to the path - H&H Insurance Brokers (HHIB) share tips for how to encourage public safety on your land, as well as offering additional insurance insights. With travel abroad still heavily restricted, countryside staycations are likely to be more popular than ever again this holiday season.

Right of Ways: Encouraging Safety and Minimising Trespassing

Why Working with a Trusted Advisor is the Best Policy

4^th June 2021

H&H Insurance Brokers highlight how using a broker to help shop around on home insurance can save you significant amounts. It’s becoming increasingly apparent within the world of insurance that rather than be rewarded for loyalty, customers who deal directly with an insurer can in fact expect higher premiums year on year.

Why Working with a Trusted Advisor is the Best Policy

Protecting Your Livestock and Progeny

7^th May 2021

The purpose of insurance is to cover financially for the unexpected, however, in the case of livestock, farmers are often not insured for the full value of the animals at risk. For both cattle and sheep farmers, spring is a significant time of year, as lambing is in often in full swing and spring calving has commenced.

Stuart Torrance Joins H&H Insurance Brokers

21^st April 2021

In a strategic move to support the company’s strategic plans and H&H Insurance Brokers have confirmed the appointment of Stuart Torrance as Senior Account Handler. In this specialist role, Stuart will work closely with the team of Account Executives operating across the North East and Yorkshire, with a view to helping further strengthen the company’s presence in the region and expanding their tailored services.

Stuart Torrance joins H&H Insurance Brokers