Insurer launches four new commercial policies

Personal lines insurer Direct Line is launching four new commercial insurance policies in the next month.

The policies will be available via the umbrella brand 'Direct Line for Business', and have been developed for small businesses operating in a number of sectors.

The products are aimed at sole traders and partnerships owned by individuals who also manage their business.

The new products are tradesman insurance, residential and commercial property insurance and shop insurance.


Kate Syred, Spokesperson at Direct Line for Business, said: "Direct Line is one of the UK's leading car and home insurers and the launch of these products is great news for small businesses who can now take advantage of the benefits of being a Direct Line customer."

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