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Regulation changes. Risks evolve. Expectations shift. This is where we share relevant updates, practical guidance, and commentary from our brokers — focused on the issues that affect directors, trustees, and decision-makers, not noise or headlines.
BIBA 2026: Valuable Conversations, Market Insight, and the Unforgettable Surprise
My second BIBA was a very different experience from my first — and a much better one. Two days in Manchester, dozens of conversations, and one email I nearly mistook for a phishing attempt. Here's what I took away from BIBA 2026.
Armed Forces Day 2026: Why it means more than a date in the calendar
Armed Forces Day 2026 falls on Saturday 27 June - and for us at Talbot Jones, it's personal. Richard Talbot-Jones and Paul Duffy are both ex-forces, Richard's children are in the Sea Cadets, and we've held our Armed Forces Covenant Silver Award since 2018. Here's what the day means to us, what's happening across the North East, and why we think more businesses should take notice.
Talbot Jones Secures BIBA Accredited Cyber Insurance Broker Status
Talbot Jones has been awarded BIBA Accredited Cyber Insurance Broker status, confirming our specialist knowledge and practical track record in cyber insurance. This post explains what the accreditation means, why it matters to clients, and how it sits alongside our own Cyber Essentials certification and cyber cover.
On the Road in Wales: Reflection, Community, and What Guides Our Work
A recent series of client visits across North and South Wales turned into more than a business trip. Returning to familiar places - including childhood haunts - created something that modern working life rarely allows for: genuine thinking time. In this post, Richard reflects on what the journey reminded him about trusted relationships, the value of showing up in person, and the values that continue to shape the work we do every day.
Talbot Jones Achieves Cyber Essentials Accreditation
In November 2025, Talbot Jones completed its Cyber Essentials accreditation - a government-backed certification that confirms key security controls are in place. This article explains what Cyber Essentials covers, why we did it, and what it means for the businesses and organisations we work with.
What is the Biggest Cyber Threat Today?
Cyber threats in 2025 are evolving, with phishing, ransomware and business email compromise leading the risks. Learn how SMEs can prepare, and why cyber insurance is essential for resilience.
How to make "Hybrid Working" work for your business
Learn how hybrid working impacts employee wellbeing and productivity, and discover strategies for supporting staff while maintaining performance and compliance.