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Public liability insurance in the UK protects businesses from the financial consequences of claims made by members of the public for injuries or damage to their property, if the business is found liable for those incidents. This insurance covers compensation payments, legal fees, and other costs associated with such claims. 
 
Here’s a more detailed breakdown:
What it covers:
    • Injury to third parties: This includes customers, clients, suppliers, and passers-by. 
       
    • Damage to third party property: This could be anything from a damaged laptop to a broken window. 
       
  • Legal costs: The policy covers the cost of defending against a claim and any legal fees awarded to the claimant. 
     
  • Compensation payments: If a claim is successful, the insurance will cover the compensation owed to the injured party. 
     
Why businesses need it:
  • Protection from claims:
    Public liability insurance provides financial protection against the potentially large costs of claims. 
     
  • Client requirements:
    Some clients or regulatory bodies may require businesses to have public liability insurance as a condition of working with them. 
     
  • Business reputation:
    If a business is sued, it can damage their reputation and affect their ability to attract new clients. 
     
  • Examples of situations covered:
     
  • A customer slips and falls in a shop. 
     
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  • A client is injured by a product sold by the business. 
     
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  • A passer-by is injured by something falling from a window. 
     
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Key considerations:
  • Level of cover:
    Businesses should choose an adequate level of cover based on their size, the nature of their business, and the risks they face. 
     
  • Types of businesses that need it:
    Most businesses that interact with the public, regardless of size, should consider public liability insurance. 
     
  • Legal requirement:
    While not legally required in the UK, it is often a good business practice to have in place