Co-operative Insurance issues garden theft warning

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Co-operative Insurance issues garden theft warning

Thu 10th Aug 2006

Brits are not paying due care and attention to their garden property, according to Co-operative Insurance.

The company suggests that many people leave equipment such as lawnmowers and rotavators vulnerable to thieves who often have no problem bundling such items in to the back of a van.

Other, more decorative items are also commonly stolen unless homeowners take steps to deter and prevent thieves from stealing their garden goods.

Co-operative Insurance has also advised that people take a close look at their insurance policies to ensure that such items are covered against theft when left unsecured.

David Newman, director of marketing at Co-operative Insurance, said: "Nowadays people are spending increasing sums of money on their gardens, in particular when the sun is shining."

"However, many people fail to appreciate the total value of their garden items and, more importantly, how to safeguard them," he added.

Co-operative offers motor, home and commercial insurance.

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