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Why choose Weir?

Finding the right cover isn’t easy. Rushing into the wrong policy can leave you at risk, or paying too much. Whether you’re looking to insure yourself or your business, our friendly experts will suggest the right solution for you.

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The Team

Your independent experts
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Karen Weir CertCII Managing Director

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Duncan Weir CertCII Technical Director

Laura Hall

Laura Hall CertCII Commercial Account Executive

Dennis Hetherington

Dennis Hetherington CertCII Commercial Account Executive

Jo Reed

Jo Reed CertCII Account Handler

Jason McGarry

Jason McGarry CertCII Commercial Account Executive

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Linda Parker CertCII Account Handler

Kathryn Harper

Kathryn Harper Credit Controller

Jennifer Wilce

Jennifer Wilce Account Handler

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Debbie Morris Account Handler

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Kim Coker Claims Executive

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Nathan Hodgson Account Handler

John Barnes CertCII Account Executive

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Duncan and Kathryn

We’ve been helping clients throughout the North East and the UK for over 40 years. We’re totally independent, using our established relationships with dozens of insurers to provide you with a completely tailored solution.

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At Weir, we take pride in providing our customers with great service as well as reliable insurance. Whether you run an SME or large corporation, we’ll work with you to determine what you do and don’t need.

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