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Following discussions over the past few weeks regarding the renewal of the IIHF insurance scheme on 3 April 2026, I am pleased to inform members that a new underwriting arrangement has been agreed.
What are the most common questions asked by members about the IIHF/ Arachas insurance scheme?
Following my recent meeting with the Government Department, I am sharing formal clarification regarding Safety Certificate discs under the new Fairground Regulations.
It has come to our attention that some operators may not be accurately declaring the full number of inflatables they own or operate when arranging insurance.
We hope this message finds you well. As we move through the busy season, we’d like to remind all IIHF members of the basic requirements under the IIHF Insurance Scheme to ensure continued compliance and cover.
Receiving a solicitor’s letter notifying you of a pending claim or possible court case can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. It often arrives looking like any other piece of mail—perhaps a bill, an event invitation, or a business promotion—until you open it and realize the serious implications for your business, your livelihood, and your family.
We are pleased to share an important legislative update that reflects a significant milestone for our industry. The Planning and Development Act 2024 (“the Act”) was signed into law by President Higgins on 17 October 2024, introducing critical regulations for the inflatable hire sector in Ireland.
There are four types of safety inspections required for inflatables:
When operating inflatables, it’s essential to ensure they meet safety standards. According to the European safety standard EN14960:2019, all inflatables must undergo annual safety testing.
It is recognised that some specific equipment being used for hire or reward contain higher than usual risk factors and possible liabilities than standard inflatables used to bounce and slide on.
