Fire claims are getting more costly for insurers
Despite a continuing reduction in the number of fires, the cost of blazes is actually increasing. What can be done to educate the public about the risks involved?
The good news is that the long-term reduction in the number of fires continued throughout 2015, although the overall statistics mask some concerns. The number of deaths and serious injuries resulting
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