Circuit and District insurance
Methodist Insurance has provided specialist insurance to protect churches since 1872.
We understand that Circuits and Districts are part of the structure of the Methodist church and have unique insurance requirements. Our experienced team can help you decide on the best cover for your circumstances.
Circuit and District insurance policy highlights
Our Circuit and District Shield policy is designed to provide cover for a variety of risks including:
- Public and products liability - cover for Circuit or District activities including: day-to-day operations, outreach work, and organised events.
- Employers’ liability - to cover Circuit or District employees and authorised volunteers.
- Trustee indemnity - Personal liability insurance for Circuit or District trustees
- Money - Circuit or District money up to a limit of £5,000, including damage to a safe during a theft or attempted theft.
- Theft by officials - for loss of Circuit or District money caused by theft by any person in your service with a responsibility for money.
- Property damage - protection for your office buildings and contents
- Temporary accommodation - following insured damage to a manse.
- Business equipment - insured for use away from the church.
- Loss of income - Including rent and alternative accommodation following an event insured under the property damage section.
- Legal expenses and legal helpline - expert advice and support from ARAG Legal Expenses Insurance Company Ltd.
- Personal accident - in the event of accidental injury or death during the course of your work for the church.
The summary of cover gives more details on the main features and benefits of the product, as well as any significant exclusions and conditions.
The policy contains full details of the benefits and exclusions.
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Frequently asked questions
We have a Property Owners policy which provides enhanced cover for manses and residential properties. As your Circuit and District policy falls due for renewal we will be offering cover on this new product.
ARAG Legal Expenses Insurance Company provides the legal expenses cover, and you should refer to your policy wording for details of the cover.
To make a claim, please ring ARAG directly on:
- 0345 601 2791 (UK only)
- + 44 (0) 1452 875 985 (outside UK).
We provide a variety of guides, templates, and tools to help Methodist Churches manage risks. You can find advice on various topics in the risk management section.
Our claims team will be happy to help – you can call them on 0345 606 1331.