Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Trusted Insurance Advisers for Catholic Organisations in the UK
Established in 1975 by the Catholic Bishops Conferences of England, Wales, and Scotland, we have served as the dedicated insurance advisory body for Catholic dioceses and religious organisations. Our expertise lies in understanding the unique risks faced by Catholic institutions, offering tailored insurance solutions through our exclusive partnership with the Catholic National Mutual Ltd. In 2017, we formalised our operations as a limited company while maintaining our commitment to non-profit service. Our team combines specialist knowledge of Catholic organisational structures with comprehensive insurance expertise, providing risk management strategies that extend beyond traditional coverage.We offer access to high-limit policies with bespoke extensions rarely available in commercial markets, supported by dedicated legal and health & safety advisory services. Our administrative systems streamline insurance management for clients, including centralised billing and policy coordination across multiple sites. With over four decades of focused experience, we remain the sole Catholic insurance intermediary in Great Britain, ensuring financial benefits stay within the Catholic community through our mutual insurance model.
Services
Property Insurance
Liability Insurance
Legal Expenses Insurance
Travel Insurance
Healthcare Trust
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- Established in 1975 with specialist knowledge of Catholic organisational structures
- Exclusive access to Catholic National Mutual Ltd insurance products
- In-house legal advice from qualified solicitors
- Comprehensive health & safety support services
- Operate a mutual insurance model benefiting Catholic policyholders
Services
Property Insurance
Comprehensive protection for Catholic institutions' physical assets including churches, schools, and administrative buildings. Covers risks from fire, flood, and accidental damage with high limits and minimal excess. Tailored to address unique vulnerabilities of historic and listed religious properties.
Liability Insurance
Covers employers' and public liability risks for Catholic organisations with extensions for safeguarding issues and clergy-related matters. Includes legal defence costs and compensation claims with specialist support for parish activities and school operations.
Legal Expenses Insurance
Provides access to specialist legal advice and representation for employment disputes, property transactions, and regulatory compliance. Includes proactive guidance from in-house solicitors experienced in Catholic organisational matters and church law.
Travel Insurance
Tailored protection for pilgrimages, clergy travel, and international missions. Covers medical emergencies, trip cancellations, and repatriation with specific provisions for group travel and religious events.
Healthcare Trust
Private healthcare provision for clergy and staff with access to specialist treatments and reduced waiting times. Includes preventive care services and wellness programmes designed for the specific needs of religious communities.
Questions
What makes Catholic Insurance Service unique?
We are the only Catholic insurance intermediary in Great Britain with exclusive access to Catholic National Mutual Ltd products. Our specialist understanding of Catholic organisational structures ensures tailored coverage solutions.
How do I make a claim?
Log in to our Members Area for claim forms and guidance. Contact our team during office hours or use our emergency line for urgent matters. We support clients throughout the claims process.
What additional services do you provide?
We offer in-house legal advice, health & safety support, and a private healthcare trust. Our services extend beyond insurance to comprehensive risk management solutions for Catholic organisations.
Do you cover schools?
Yes, we manage a dedicated property insurance scheme for Catholic Voluntary Aided Schools with tailored coverage options and administrative support for multi-site operations.
How are premiums structured?
Premiums paid to Catholic National Mutual Ltd remain within the mutual and may benefit Catholic policyholders through risk management initiatives or profit redistribution to shareholders.
