Wildfires and heatwaves are increasingly affecting summer travel, but many holidaymakers may be less protected than they assume. Travel insurance will usually cover emergency medical treatment and lost possessions. However, cancellation, evacuation, an early return home or alternative accommodation may not be covered unless the policy includes “catastrophe cover”. In my latest article for The Conversation UK, I explain: • what travel insurance usually covers • why the policy wording matters •...

What a fantastic experience joining The Last Show with David Cooper! 🎙️ A huge thank you to David Cooper and the incredible team at iHeartMedia in New York for the invitation and for such an engaging conversation. We explored one of my favourite topics: financial education, why it matters more than ever, and how improving financial literacy can empower individuals, families, and future generations. David’s thoughtful questions and genuine curiosity made for a brilliant discussion. It was a...

Heatwaves are no longer just uncomfortable summer episodes. They are warnings. When temperatures rise, we quickly see the weaknesses around us: homes that trap heat, cities with too little shade, vulnerable people left exposed, and public systems struggling to respond quickly enough. But heatwaves also give us a clear signal of what needs to change: better housing design, greener urban spaces, stronger local resilience, and a more serious conversation about climate adaptation. This article in...