

Urge the Government to Eliminate 'Act of God' Clauses in Insurance Policies
The Issue
Insurance policies often include an 'act of God' clause, which absolves insurance companies from paying out claims related to natural disasters such as hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, and more. With global warming we can expect more extreme weather becoming the norm. Learning that insurance companies are calling the damage in Tameside and Greater Manchester due to a localised hurricane an act of God and denying claims when they are most needed highlights how unfair these clauses are when the insurance is most needed. These clauses can leave policyholders without any financial support during times when they need it most. By eliminating these clauses, we can ensure that individuals and businesses are better protected against unforeseen circumstances. We call on our government to take action now and revise insurance regulations to scrap 'act of God' clauses. Please sign this petition if you believe in fair insurance coverage for all citizens regardless of uncontrollable natural events.
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The Issue
Insurance policies often include an 'act of God' clause, which absolves insurance companies from paying out claims related to natural disasters such as hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, and more. With global warming we can expect more extreme weather becoming the norm. Learning that insurance companies are calling the damage in Tameside and Greater Manchester due to a localised hurricane an act of God and denying claims when they are most needed highlights how unfair these clauses are when the insurance is most needed. These clauses can leave policyholders without any financial support during times when they need it most. By eliminating these clauses, we can ensure that individuals and businesses are better protected against unforeseen circumstances. We call on our government to take action now and revise insurance regulations to scrap 'act of God' clauses. Please sign this petition if you believe in fair insurance coverage for all citizens regardless of uncontrollable natural events.
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Petition created on 5 January 2024