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Fire risk warning after incidents on the rise

A WARNING to equestrians to ensure they are doing all they can to protect yards and businesses from fire has been issued after an increase in incidents.

NFU Mutual reported a year-on-year spike in the number of fire claims in 2018, while KBIS has also had an increase. While other insurers have not, all those contacted by H&H have urged the equestrian community to think about taking precautions.

Figures from NFU

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