More Reasons to Join
Keep on the right side of the law
Employment legislation is complex, time consuming and costly. Membership of the Liverpool Chamber includes Chamber HR which is a comprehensive human resource service. You will receive proactive advice on employment legislation and you’re insured to cover the cost of representation and awards for Employment Tribunal claims.
Find out more about Chamber HR
Off sick?
Looking after your staff's health is an important part of a successful business. It impacts on productivity, morale and staff retention. That's why the British Chambers of Commerce and Westfield Health Scheme have developed this employee healthcare plan exclusively for Chamber members.
Visit the Westfield Health website.
Trading abroad
The Liverpool chamber specialises in International Trade and we can help you expand your trading network.
Find out more about our International Business Services.
Representing your interests in the city
We listen to your views and make sure that your opinions are expressed at every opportunity with business decision makers.
Find out how we represent you here.
Up to £65,000 legal expenses cover
Sleep easy knowing that the Chamber Legal Expenses Insurance covers a wide range of legal disputes which could so easily cause your business to struggle financially. *terms and conditions apply.
Read the policy [PDF]
Employment
Cover for defence in actions brought by employees at Employment tribunals, and provided that you follow the advice given by the 24hour help line, your insurance will pay any award of compensation in the event of failure in your employment representation.
Prosecution defence
The costs of defending a prosecution for an offence relating to your normal business activities as an employer, employee, director, or partner. Also covered are appeals against the service of improvement and Prohibition notices under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
Personal Injury
Legal expenses insurance cover is included for employees, directors and partners for personal injuries, including accidents outside the workplace.
Jury Service and Attendance Expenses
Up to £100 per person per day up to a maximum of £1000 per claim for employees, directors and partners who have to attend a court or tribunal for a case covered by this insurance
Protection of Licences
Where your business is dependent on holding a statutory licence, cover is provided for appeal costs against altering, revoking or suspension.
Data Protection Act
Defend civil proceedings brought against you under the data protection act and to appeal against:-
i) Refusal by the registrar to register your business or to alter your registered particulars.
ii) Enforcement, De-registration or Transfer Prohibition notices served on you under the Act.
Disputes with Landlords
Representing your interests in disputes with landlords over business lease/tenancy (service charge disputes are not included).
Property Legal Protection
Enables your business to pursue legal rights arising from omissions, neglect acts of others and tort.
Tax, VAT, PAYE and NIC Investigations including Inland Revenue Schedule D and Corporation Tax Investigation
Professional Fees incurred with consent from insurer for enquiries and investigations.
Business Motoring
Pursuing uninsured losses following a road accident. Credit hire replacement vehicles and credit repair service will be provided wherever possible in non fault accidents to assist the cash flow needs of your business.
• Pursuing damages and compensation for personal injuries to employees and authorised passengers following a road accident
• Pursuing or defending motor related contract disputes
• Defence is provided for motor related prosecutions including representation at hearings for suspension, revocation or curtailment of driving or operating licences
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