Chipping Norton, Oxon United Kingdom (PressExposure) April 13, 2010 -- While the upcoming election on 6th May could hold new and unpleasant surprises, at least the budget late last month brought something boaters and providers of boat insurance alike can be pleased about. As part of his budget, Alistair Darling announced the government's plans to mutualise British canals; effectively placing them in a charitable trust or similar mutual organisation.
The plans bode extremely well for the future of the countries waterways as they give communities and stakeholders a greater say in their future, in very real terms. They reduce dependence on government grants and could allow the waterways to borrow against their assets. Because they're passionate about boating, Insure My Boat hope that this will allow for a level of regeneration and improvement of the waterways so that more Britons can enjoy life on the water. Could British waterways see the second boom of their 200 year lifespan, only this time recreational rather than industrial?
David Quick, Director of Insure My Boat thinks it's entirely possible. He said: 'These proposals represent a significant step towards making the most of our country's beautiful waterway system. At Insure My Boat, we hope to be able to protect boats up and down the country, so that revellers can enjoy their time on the rejuvenated waterways in safety.'
Of course, critics may argue that the mutualisation of the canal system will lead to its over population, just like in the industrial boom of its conception from the mid 18th century onwards. But supporters like Insure My Boat maintain that the present waterway system is underused and neglected, and argue that any increase in traffic will demonstrate the improved attractiveness of British boating to the wider public and tourist industry alike.
Increased traffic will also mean that boat insurance brokers like Insure My Boat become even more essential. With more boats on the water, more accidents are likely to happen which will make comprehensive insurance as important as ever. As the summer sun begins to shine again, Boaters looking to find reasonably priced, reliable boat insurance can visit Insure My Boat's website for a range of quotes in minutes.
These proposals, while not set in stone, have been met with cross party backing and encouragement from a range of sectors, including overwhelming public support. Proponents like boat insurance brokers Insure My Boat, can hopefully look forward to a clean and well maintained canal system that regains something of its former glory as the lifeblood of Britain. For more information about the insurance policies from Insure My Boat, visit their website or fill out their online contact form.
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