Risk Management for Small Businesses in the East Midlands

16th September, 2025

Running a small business is a constant balancing act. You're focused on growth, but it's easy to overlook the risks that could derail your progress. For small businesses in the East Midlands, common risks include theft, property damage, and data breaches. Financial risks, like late payments from customers, also pose a significant threat.

Our Strategy:

  • Risk Identification: We'll work with you to pinpoint the specific risks your business faces, from your physical premises to your digital assets
  • Tailored Protection: We don't believe in one-size-fits-all policies. We'll help you secure essential coverages like Public Liability Insurance, Employers' Liability Insurance (a legal requirement if you have employees), and Commercial Property Insurance.

  • Scalable Solutions: As your business grows, your risks evolve. We'll be there to adjust your coverage, ensuring it scales with your success.

Don't let unexpected events put your hard work at risk. Talk to our experts today about a personalised risk management plan.

Protect your small business's future. Call us on 0115 973 4437

Business Insurance

Regardless of the size or sector of your business, we take a personal approach to finding you the most appropriate insurance cover, drawing on our network partnerships to ensure we achieve the most competitive premium.

Personal Insurance

A genuinely personal service for those looking to protect their personal assets. 1000's of customers choose Routen Chaplin to insure their possessions, which is testament to the high level of service and value that we continually deliver.

Key People

Get to know the Routen Chaplin insurance team

Steve Beeley Managing Director
Hannah Matchett Commercial Account Handler
Lorraine Hallett Commercial Account Handler
Steve Martin Private Clients
Gemma Bee Chief Operating Officer

"Most importantly to me is that I was able to actually speak to the person who was sourcing the best cover for me."

Geoff Lees

"I’d recommend their professional approach and services to anyone – a great asset to the local business community."

Paul Bismanis, W G Newman Garage Ltd

"Routen Chaplin saved us £4,000 on our Combined Insurance. Their service has always been prompt and information accurate.”

Stephen Inglesant, The Leicester Wholesale Fruit Market

"I believe in long-term relationships and in the last 15 years of working with Routen Chaplin, we have always received an exceptional customer service."

Nigel Rowson, Dairy Communications Ltd

"Some of our insurance requirements have been a little complex and Routen Chaplin have always managed to secure us with favorable terms."

Javid Rafiq, Sigma Commercial Solutions Ltd

"I have found it a seamless, uncomplicated process whenever we have had to increase or alter our insurance packages."

Darren Johnson, Supreme Protective Coating Ltd

"I am very satisfied with my level of service, everything is always well explained, quick & efficient."

Paul Rigby, Riggers Mobile Auto Repair

“I first used Routen Chaplin for my vintage car and now they cover all my vehicles, they are easy to talk to, they make my insurance cover a hassle-free, one stop shop.”

Andy Lloyd

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Why not use Routen Chaplin's online assessment tool and find out about your potential exposure. It's free to use and will take only a matter of minutes to complete.

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Running an SME calls for a focused, fit and healthy workforce you can rely on, with everyone playing their role and not taking unnecessary time off work.

Private Medical Insurance - Personal

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