As the UK braces for another period of rising temperatures, property owners, landlords, and facilities managers face a growing challenge: protecting buildings from the hidden risks that hot weather brings. Heatwaves are no longer rare, and each year we see a noticeable increase in property‑related insurance claims linked directly to prolonged high temperatures.

May has been a fantastic (and very busy!) month for the team here at Eggar Forrester Insurance. From muddy challenges for a great cause to key industry events, it’s been a brilliant mix of teamwork, learning, and strengthening relationships across the sector.

Cyber incidents, artificial intelligence (AI) and business interruption continue to dominate the UK risk agenda, according to the Allianz Risk Barometer 2026.