Category Archives: News

Martyn’s Law – an introductory guide to the Draft Terrorism Bill

With the increased threat of terrorist attacks, there has never been more of an important time to consider what can be done to safeguard sports, dance and leisure events and venues, from future incidents. Martyn’s Law, or the Draft Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill, is currently being processed through Parliament with the aim of avoiding […]

How to protect your sport, dance or leisure club from flooding

The sudden onset of flooding can wreak havoc on your sports, dance or leisure club posing a significant threat. In the UK alone, more than 5 million properties face the risk of flooding, underscoring the importance of preparation for club owners. At Mann Broadbent, our expertise in flood insurance empowers you to navigate flood risk […]

Anita Devereux celebrates 45 years of dedicated service at Mann Broadbent

Mann Broadbent Insurance Brokers, a leading name in the sport, dance and leisure insurance industry, is proud to celebrate the remarkable career milestone of Anita Devereux, with 45 years of service to the company. Anita’s unwavering commitment, expertise, and passion have been instrumental in helping to shape Mann Broadbent’s success and fostering a culture of […]

Strategies to help you overcome the impact of shorter nights

As the seasons shift and the sun starts to set earlier, many of us find ourselves grappling with the challenges of shorter nights. The decreased amount of darkness can have various effects on our physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing, however by adopting certain strategies, we can navigate through this transition with positivity, maintaining a healthy […]

10 top tips to keep your house safe whilst on holiday

It’s holiday season and I bet you are super excited to go on holiday, escape the office and perhaps try some extreme sports. Before you go away why not read our 10 top tips for keeping your property safe and secure while you are away. Taking proactive steps before you go could help save you […]

Water safety for stand-up paddle boarding (SUP).

This Drowning Prevention Week which runs from 17th to 24th June, Mann Broadbent are looking at how the rise in popularity of stand-up paddle boarding (SUP) has also resulted in an increase in deaths from drowning. SUP is a fun-filled activity for many families, as it is a great way to get outside and connect […]

Should you insure your sports club pitches and running tracks too?

With the recent news story of East of Scotland league side Dunipace FC facing a bill of up to £300,000 to repair their artificial surface at Westfield Park in Denny, when their football club pitch was set on fire by vandals last week, shows insuring pitches should not be forgotten. Sports clubs often ask Mann […]

Celebrating International Dance Day 29th April 2023

It’s time to celebrate dance, in all its glorious forms as it is International Dance Day on 29th April 2023. We are passionate about insuring dance clubs, associations, teachers and instructors, in fact we have over 60 years’ experience in the sports, dance and leisure insurance industry. Do you know how International Dance Day was […]

Nature’s the best medicine for wellbeing

Mother nature has been known for a long time to be great for wellbeing, fitness and mental health but now it’s being officially prescribed by GP’s in a new project after successful trials in Scotland. A recent article by Country Living Magazine explains the project by the RSPB in collaboration with the Peak District National […]

The impact of strikes on insurance policies

There is not a week that doesn’t go by without strikes featuring as headline news. But as strikes occur across the UK, affecting several industries, what is the impact of strikes on insurance policies? Mann Broadbent who are sports, dance and leisure insurance brokers with over 60 years’ experience in insurance events are well placed […]