City of Stoke On Trent Branch  - Benefits Insurance

Exclusive rates only available to you and your family because of your union membership.

UIA, Unison Insurance is a specialist insurer. We work to support Unison's members through access to a range of insurance products that deliver peace of mind and assured protection.

Our mutual status means that we answer to our policyholders in the same way that your union answers to its members.  Our policyholders even have the right to vote at our AGM. And being mutual also means that profits we make are reinvested back into the company - to keep our premiums low and our service standards high.

At UIA we market our services though partnerships with organisations who share our values and principles. Although we do not sell directly to the public, we have been providing quality insurance for more than 100 years.

With UIA what you see if what you get. No hidden agendas. No shareholders to please. Just people with nothing to hide. That's why our first and guiding principle is to deliver value - without making any compromise on the quality of our service or the care we take on your behalf.

As a UIA customer you can rely on:

  • Highly competitive insurance rates for you and your immediate family
  • Instant cover available over the phone
  • Flexible payment options
  • Free quotations without any obligation
  • A 24 hour legal helpline
  • A fast, efficient and sympathetic claims service

 Services on offer include:

Comprehensive Home Insurance:

UIA can protect your most valuable assets - your home and its contents. You can choose from a wide range of cover options, from "standard" buildings and contents cover, to more specific insurance tailored to meet your needs.

You will find that the exclusive rates available to you as a Unison member are highly competitive.  If you're retired, have approved home security, take a voluntary excess or combine your buildings and contents cover, you could save even more on your premiums. You can also spread the cost with monthly direct debit payments at no extra charge.

So, if you'd prefer an insurer with principles to protect your home, perhaps you should consider UIA.  If your existing insurer insists on charging you for moving your buildings insurance to UIA before the renewal date, we will reimburse any transfer fee.

Low Cost Travel Insurance

For total peace of mind wherever you go, you can take advantage of our low cost, comprehensive travel insurance.

We can protect you and your family for single holidays or provide annual cover for multiple trips. Your cover would include medical expenses, cancellation fees and loss or theft of your belongings, and you can chose from a range of optional extras including ski cover and vehicle breakdown cover. You will also have access to our Customer Advisors who can provide emergency assistance wherever you are in the world.

We make your holiday insurance simple to arrange with immediate cover available over the telephone. And, in addition to the already exclusive rates available to you as a member of Unison, infants under the age of four are covered free of charge and there are special discounts for single parent families.

Straightforward Pet Insurance

If you are a cat or dog owner UIA can help you look after your pets and protect yourself against unexpected veterinary bills. 

We can provide cover that includes vet's fees, third party liability and accidental death as well as costs for advertising and offering a reward if your pet is lost or stolen.

Our pet insurance can even cover you against such unforeseen expenses as cancelled holidays and there is a claims and support helpline to respond to your questions and help you provide the care your pets deserve.

Call FREE today for a quotation or immediate cover

0800 66 88 55
(note calls will be recorded for monitoring and training purposes)

 Lines are open Mon-Fri 8.30 am - 8.00pm and Saturday 9.00 am - 1.00 pm.
www.unisoninsurance.co.uk


Frizzell has been dealing with Unison members for over seventy years and you're probably aware that we're Unison's endorsed supplier of motor insurance and personal loans.

But do you know that independent financial advice is also part of the range of services offered to Unison members by Frizzell?

In todays ever changing economic climate more and more people are turning to independent financial advice from companies like Frizzell. Frizzell is not tied to the products of any single assurance or investment company and constantly researches and assesses products available in the market.

Our national team of qualified advisers is waiting for the opportunity to let you and your Branch colleagues know how they can help when you're planning your financial future.  If you're interested in Frizzell arranging a financial planning seminar in your branch, please call Delma Cusack on 01905 772 955. (calls will be monitored and recorded for training purposes).

Services available include:

  • Motor Insurance - Frizell has been the recommended supplier of motor insurance to UNISON members for over 70 years.  Thousands of members have taken advantage of the preferential rates specially negotiated on their behalf and benefited from Frizell's claim service. An example of a recent improvement is in the provision of courtesy cars.  From April 2003 any policyholder whose claim is managed through the insurer's Selected Repairer Services has been entitled to receive a courtesy car while their own car is being repaired, or for up to twenty days if their own car is stolen and not recovered or is declared a total loss. This is in addition to features like a maximum 75% no claim discount - that can be guaranteed for life - and up to 180 days cover for all European Union countries. 
  • Personal Loans - you can now take advantage of the preferential rates and exclusive benefits specially negotiated on your behalf.
  • Independent Financial Advice - Unison has made an exclusive arrangement with Frizzell to provide independent financial advice for members.
  • Easiroute Car Purchase Scheme - if you are looking for a new car, Frizzell Easiroute has introduced a Personal Contact Purchase Scheme (PSP) - an alternative style of car finance with a special rate for Unison members.

To find out more simply cover Frizzell FREE on

0800 272 355
www.frizzell.co.uk