Terrorism

Discussion in 'SP8' started by jensen, Apr 20, 2012.

  1. jensen

    jensen Member

    Hi

    Is terrorism considered a 'normal' cover for commercial property?

    Thanks.
     
  2. Katherine Young

    Katherine Young ActEd Tutor Staff Member

    Hi Jensen,

    This depends on the provider. In the UK, most insurers will cover terrorism risks either on request or as part of their standard cover. Most UK insurers will generally recover these losses from Pool Re (subject to retention limits etc). Broadly speaking (very broadly speaking), Pool Re is a reinsurer that can rely on the UK Government as a lender of last resort.

    Here's a link that tells you more about how terrorism cover operates in the UK: http://www.poolre.co.uk/HowItWorks.html

    Remember though that ST8 is not a UK specific exam, and other territories will operate in different ways.

    Kind regards,

    Katherine.
     
  3. jensen

    jensen Member

    So I can put down terrorism as one of the covered perils for a commercial property, right?

    Cool thanks! :)
     

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