{
  "id": 12416551,
  "title": "Safety Fears Boost Demand for All-Female Movers",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/safety-fears-boost-demand-for-all-female-movers",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-06T15:54:54.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/safety-fears-boost-demand-for-all-female-removalists-12529235"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Hannah Crawford's innovative side hustle, Han With A Van, has gained immense popularity since its inception last year. Initially, she offered her services on Facebook groups to help women relocate their homes, but she never anticipated the overwhelming response. Her business quickly became a main source of income, with her unique approach resonating with many. People frequently shared stories of feeling intimidated, rushed, or uncomfortable during the moving process when hired by male movers. Crawford emphasized the additional stress that women face during moves, often feeling unsafe and anxious about booking a stranger. She aims to provide a secure environment where women can feel supported and at ease during their relocation. With concerns about women's safety and the lack of representation in the trades industry, Crawford launched a nationwide network in August to hire more female removalists. This move has led to a significant increase in demand, with Crawford projecting a £50,000 monthly turnover by the end of the year. Despite women accounting for only 2% of Britain's 900,000 tradespeople and 3% of similar professions in the U.S., Crawford's initiative has garnered recognition, with 33% of Brits preferring to hire female tradespeople. Crawford is the only all-female moving company in Britain or the U.S. catering to smaller house moves, and she hopes to inspire others to adopt her model worldwide.",
  "summary": "Han with a Van’s founder says customers want reassurance as well as practical help during stressful home moves.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}