Good news for Repair Caf\u00e9s in the UK! We have recently established a partnership with Export and General Insurance Services (E&G). This local broker specialises in community insurance. E&G is offering a tailor-made insurance policy for UK Repair Caf\u00e9s starting today.<\/p>\n
“We are a small broker with the community at our heart”, says Helen Sergeant, Managing Director of E&G. “We understand that Men’s Sheds, hackspaces and Repair Caf\u00e9s not only reduce loneliness and isolation but also work towards a better future for all.”<\/p>\n
Helen worked in a Men’s Shed for several years herself and is passionate about the benefits groups like these provide. “That’s why I want to ensure that Export and General Insurance Services provides the best support possible.”<\/p>\n
E&G have been offering Historical Association and Men\u2019s Shed policies since 2014. “We initially became involved in the charity sector following interest from Historical Associations”, says Helen. “From there we were introduced to the founder of the UK Men’s Shed Association. We engaged in detailed discussions on how we could assist this sector and help with understanding the risks.”<\/p>\n
Helen explains that E&G’s interest in community groups has grown since 2014. “Noting the emergence of Repair Cafes over the last few years, and their commitment to sustainability and reusability, we now extend our comprehensive cover to include these.”<\/p>\n
Martine Postma, director of Repair Caf\u00e9 International Foundation, is happy with the new partnership. “For the growth of the Repair Caf\u00e9 network it is very important that these volunteer groups need not worry about safety and liability issues. We hope that the E&G Repair Caf\u00e9 policy will encourage many more local groups to start their own Repair Caf\u00e9 and bring repair back to their community.”<\/p>\n