There has been a scary rise in so called ‘Ghost broking’. This is where fraudsters pose as car insurance brokers and the crime is on the rise, leaving hundreds of victims up to £1,300 poorer and potentially without any insurance cover. Data obtained from the National Fraud Intelligence Bureau via a Freedom of Information request submitted by Compare the … [Read more...]
“Ghost-brokers” rising spectre on our streets
Bogus brokers are targeting cash-strapped car owners and leaving them uninsured. Smartdriverclub Insurance, the mass market telematics insurance service with connected car benefits has seen a 14% rise in motor insurance policies that have been ghost-brokered over the past year. In response, the insurance provider is warning motorists to be on their … [Read more...]
