New rules introduced by the Central Bank should make it easier for customers to deal with insurance claims and in turn, help consumers reach fairer insurance settlements. In addition, the new rules around insurance quotes will make it easier for customers to understand how certain actions, such as accumulating penalty points – or paying insurance Read more…
If you have a business or plan to start one, your vehicle may be your most important asset. Whether delivering goods, transporting equipment, providing a service or running errands, keeping your vehicle moving will be critical, given its increasing importance to your day‑to‑day business activities. In this context, it is important to note that personal Read more…
Depending on where you’re coming from, driving on Irish roads can be filled with new challenges. From driving on the left side of the road, to getting to grips with manual transmission, and understanding the road signs and place names – this guide will help you to adapt to driving in Ireland and conquer the Read more…
Three in ten (30%) Irish business leaders believe that supply chain disruptions have worsened in the past five years. The rising cost of materials is cited as the biggest supply chain threat being currently faced by Irish businesses, with more than six in ten (63%) of Irish business leaders stating this to be the case. Read more…
By Geraldine Kelly, head of personal lines for Gallagher in Ireland “I recently inherited a cottage from my aunt. It’s along the Donegal coast with stunning views. As I live and work in Dublin, this cottage will be a holiday home for me – though it will likely be late spring and summer before I Read more…
Food, clothes, health insurance, a cup of coffee, and the price of a pint — all of them are getting more expensive and in some cases, surging at double or triple the rate of general price inflation in the economy, new figures have revealed. In its Consumer Price Index, giving full figures for 2025, the Read more…
Congratulations! You’re moving into your first home. As part of your planning and preparations, it’s important to protect your new investment. For many first-time buyers, home insurance can raise several questions; what cover you need, when to arrange it, how much to insure your home for, and what’s included as standard. Securing the right home Read more…
Moving into a newly built home is a major milestone. As you prepare for handover and move-in, there are many practical details to organise, one of the most important being home insurance. It’s a common misconception that insurance is less of a priority for new-build homes. While newly constructed properties may benefit from modern materials Read more…
For our latest Employee Spotlight, we had the pleasure of catching up with Joe Hodge, one of our dedicated HR Business Partners here at Gallagher. Joe gave us an insight into his typical day at the office, sharing the challenges and rewards of his role, and revealing what brings him the greatest sense of fulfilment Read more…
Flooding has been reported in Co Kilkenny, with a Status Yellow rainfall warning in effect for Carlow, Dublin, Louth, Wexford, Wicklow, and Waterford. If you are in an emergency situation and need to make an urgent claims notification, please contact your insurer immediately. Stay safe and take all necessary precautions during this time. Tips on Read more…
As Ireland braces itself for Storm Chandra, homeowners are being urged to prepare for power cuts that may take place in the coming days. The advice, from the team at Gallagher, is that you make it a priority to understand what cover your home insurance offers for any damage or loss that arises during the Read more…
As Ireland braces itself for a return to Storm season, home and business owners are being urged to prepare for possible power cuts and other disruptions as a result of heavy rainfall and strong winds forecasted for the next 36 – 48 hours. The advice, from the team at Gallagher, comes after the extensive damage Read more…