Insurance experts have urged anyone planning to head out over the upcoming bank holiday weekend marking the Coronation of King Charles to take some extra steps to keep their homes safe.
LV = General Insurance (LV= GI) issued the warning after its data revealed that claims for home thefts increased by 36% during the Queen's Platinum Jubilee weekend last year, compared with the same period in 2021. With many planning outings or getaways over the three-day weekend between May 6 and May 8, it's thought that opportunistic thieves may be particularly on the lookout to take advantage of houses being empty.
Martin Milliner, claims director at LV= GI, said: "Whether you're heading to a street party or even jetting off on vacation, it's important to ensure that you’re not leaving your home as a target to potential burglaries. It will be a busy weekend for many, so remember to double check the windows are locked and whether you're expecting any delayed deliveries, as these are the tell-tell signs that the property is unoccupied."
