AXA: Insurance claims set to rise over Christmas

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AXA: Insurance claims set to rise over Christmas

Mon 15th Dec 2008

AXA has conducted a survey which reveals that the number of insurance claims is likely to rise over the festive period this year.

According to the poll, 17 per cent of Brits are more likely than usual to have accidents around the home this year and the insurance company has issued a check list of precautions to avoid the unwanted hassle of dealing with insurance claims over Christmas.

The insurer found that 37 per cent of Brits do not properly secure their homes over the Christmas period and warned people to keep presents out of sight after its survey showed that 41 per cent leave them lying out where potential burglars may see them.

AXA's Nel Mooy said: "The consequences can be costly or worse still, involve spending some of your precious holiday dealing with your insurance company."

Last month, Norwich Union Insurance warned that the festive season is usually a period of high activity for burglars and warned customers to take extra care over Christmas and New Year.

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