Most of us step into a lift without giving it a second thought. We check the floor number, maybe glance at the maximum capacity sign, and carry on with our day. But a growing debate suggests that those small metal signs — many based on decades-old assumptions — could actually be out of date, and in some cases, misleading. According to industry experts, a rule that dates back to the 1970s may mean some UK lifts are no longer operating as safely as people think. Every lift disp

For years, fire was seen as the biggest nightmare when it came to insurance claims. It was dramatic, dangerous, and often catastrophic. But quietly – and often with far less warning – water has taken its place as one of the most common and costly causes of damage. Across the insurance industry, claims linked to leaking pipes, faulty appliances, poor drainage and extreme weather are becoming more frequent. In many cases, the damage caused by water now far outweighs what’s typ