Running a corner shop or newsagent can be busy and rewarding. It also comes with risks that could affect your business if something goes wrong. Convenience store insurance is designed to help protect your shop, stock, and finances from a wide range of problems.

In this guide, we explain what this type of cover can include and how it may help to protect your business.

Why Is Convenience Store Insurance Important?

A small shop faces daily risks, including:

• A customer slipping on a wet floor

• A freezer breaking down, spoiling food

• Theft or damage to stock

• Staff getting hurt while working

When something like this happens, there could be high costs involved. Insurance can cover these risks, giving shop owners peace of mind.

What Type of Cover Can Convenience Store Insurance Include?

There is no single policy called convenience store insurance. It is a package of covers arranged to match the shop’s needs.

Public Liability Insurance

Public liability insurance is designed to help if someone is injured or their property is damaged in your shop. It could cover:

• Slips, trips or falls

• Accidents involving shelves or displays

This type of insurance covers the cost of legal actions and insurance claims if a customer or visitor makes a claim.

Employers’ Liability Insurance

If you employ staff, employers’ liability insurance may be a legal requirement. It protects you if an employee is hurt or becomes ill because of their work.

Stock and Contents Cover

Shops hold valuable stock such as food, drinks, newspapers, and household items. Insurance offers cover for stock lost due to:

• Fire or flood

• Theft or vandalism

• Fridge or freezer breakdown

It can also cover counters, chillers, shelves, and tills.

Business Interruption Insurance

If your shop cannot open after damage, business interruption insurance can help replace lost earnings. This type of cover helps the business carry on while repairs take place.

Glass and Shop Front Cover

Many newsagents and corner shops have large front windows. If a window is broken, glass cover can help pay for repairs or replacement.

How Much Cover Might You Need?

The right level of cover depends on:

• The size of the shop

• The amount of stock

• The number of staff

• The location and risk factors

A broker can help arrange the right type of cover and amount of cover for your shop, so you only pay for what you need.

Who Can Benefit from Convenience Store Insurance?

This type of cover is suitable for:

• Corner shops

• Newsagents

• Off-licences

• Small supermarkets

Arranging professional indemnity insurance cover may also suit shops that provide extra services like lottery tickets, parcel drop-offs, or money transfer services.

How Brokers Can Help

We support shop owners by arranging insurance that suits both the business and budget. From choosing the right insurance offers to matching the professional service provided, we help make sure the right policies are in place.

Whether you run a single newsagent or a group of convenience stores, tailored insurance can provide financial protection and peace of mind if a claim arises.