Health insurance, there’s a lot to it! With several different providers on the market, and each provider offering a variety of different plans, it can be difficult to know which is the best plan to suit your needs, and also, what are the important things to look out for. We partner with Irish Life Health and can compare your current cover with a range of health plans that suit all life stages. We caught up with our Health Advisor, Declan Murray, to ask him for his top tips, including some of the most commonly asked questions we receive about Health insurance. When looking at different health ..read more

We have some exciting environmental news to share with you! We have recently installed 65 PV Solar Panels on the roof of our Castlebar office! Here at Hastings Insurance, we are constantly aware of our carbon footprint. We are dedicated to monitoring our energy consumption and always look to decrease any unnecessary usage, where it is within our power to do so. Solar panels gives us an alternative solution to grid consumption. It allows us to generate clean renewable energy. This is good for the environment, our climate and good for us! By generating our electricity on-site, we will be able to ..read more

The day has arrived, you have finally decided that you are going to take the plunge and you are going to start learning how to drive. Beginning this journey is an exciting milestone, especially for young drivers gearing up for their first time behind the wheel. In Ireland, the process of obtaining a driver’s license involves passing a theory test, completing 12 driving lessons, and, of course, the nerve-wracking driving test. Getting Started: So where do you start? The first step is to start studying for your theory test. The theory test is designed to assess an individual’s understanding of t ..read more

Are you wondering why insurance premiums can be so much cheaper from one insurance provider to another? Unveiling the True Value of Tailored Insurance Packages at Hastings Insurance Have you ever found yourself puzzled by the vast differences in insurance premiums between companies? It’s a common conundrum that many individuals face when shopping for insurance. The answer lies in the fine print and the level of coverage offered by each provider. At Hastings Insurance, we believe in transparency and tailoring insurance packages to meet your unique needs, ensuring you get the coverage you want w ..read more

When we think of Ireland, one of the most prominent images in our minds are the expansive, fresh, green fields that stretch beyond eyes-reach, the grazing animals dotted in every corner, and the flash of the large machinery used to maintain both ground and beast. With farming comes risk, and it has become more and more essential to protect your ever-growing enterprise from these risks – this is where our broker expertise comes into play using our three farm insurance providers. Through constant review and comparison within the farm insurance market, our guidance allows you to protect your busi ..read more

Starting a career in insurance is often overlooked as a career option by many. This has been driven by limited awareness of the varied and diverse career paths available within insurance and up until recent years, a lack of availability of insurance specific third level qualifications available throughout Ireland. Put simply, the conversation about insurance as a career path was not discussed at school level, transcending beyond this into adulthood. For most seasoned insurance professionals, they somehow accidentally found themselves working in insurance initially and stayed because they enjoy ..read more

Construction projects come with inherent risks, making insurance an essential aspect of the industry. In Ireland, a country experiencing rapid growth in the construction sector, understanding construction insurance is crucial for all stakeholders. This blog post aims to shed light on the intricacies of insurance in Ireland in this sector, exploring its operation, coverage, and legal requirements. Construction insurance in Ireland is a specialised form of insurance that protects contractors, builders, developers, and other parties involved in construction projects. It provides coverage for a wi ..read more

As an Irish resident, you may be wondering whether it’s better to go directly to an insurance company or to use an insurance broker when purchasing an insurance policy. While both options have their benefits, using an insurance broker can be particularly advantageous. In this blog post, we will discuss the positive benefits of using an insurance broker. Save Time and Effort One of the most significant benefits of using an insurance broker is the time and effort that it saves you. Instead of having to research different insurance companies and policies yourself, we can do this for you. We can p ..read more

Tuesday 11th April 2023 Hastings Insurance, a leading insurance brokerage, today announces the acquisition of the non-life book of business of Bruen Brothers & Co., Townparks, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway, a family owned brokerage that has been trading for many years, dealing with personal and commercial lines clients across the Galway region. This acquisition is another step in Hastings Insurance’s growth strategy of providing its services to a wider client base. Bruen Brothers and Co. has a reputation for providing excellent customer service and tailored insurance solutions to its clients; so ..read more

Thinking of holidaying around Ireland and Europe this year but want to bring the kitchen sink with you? Here are some things to consider when looking at a Campervan trip as your next holiday adventure. The Vehicle Whether the vehicle is modified to a campervan or is manufactured will have an impact on your insurance and whether you can get cover for that vehicle or not. A manufactured campervan means it is constructed as a camper by the vehicle manufacturer and as such should meet standard criteria for insurers. If your vehicle is converted to Campervan, i.e. it is modified from a standard com ..read more