On 07/06/2021 18:45, earl wrote:
I am having scaffolding put up around the house so i can replace
guttering and repoint the chimney. I am doing this myself. I am not a
tradesman the front of the house is near the pavement but not on it. The
scaffold will not be on the pavement. Can i get cover if anything should
happen to people walking by.

You are probably already covered if you have household insurance, but
ring your insurer to check, or read your policy documentation.