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HNW insurance specialist Dominic Cunningham explains why carrying out refurbishment and extension projects in Prime Central London can be a risky business, and what developers can do to safeguard themselves...
Dominic Cunningham has worked in the insurance industry for over 30 years gaining valuable experience predominantly in managing property, liability and construction risk. He spent a decade working in Latin America before returning to set up a risk management business for HNW individuals and their families in 2008. Cunningham + Partners offers a range of insurance products and services for its clients.
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