Brexit
Boris Johnson rounds on ‘insane’ Vnuk ruling
Boris Johnson has declared the EU Vnuk ruling as “insane”, even as the government launches a consultation on ways to incorporate the ruling into UK law.
Brightside's Mark Cliff on why chaos is needed for success
Chaos is needed for some highly successful brokers to emerge during 2017
Marsh's White on delivering client value and innovation in uncertain times
Just when we thought the world couldn't get much more uncertain, 2016 happened.
RSA urges government to support SMEs
Over half of UK SMEs think the government is not doing enough to help businesses grow, with seven out of 10 expecting their revenues to fall or stand still in 2017.
Insurers cannot wait for government to lead on Brexit strategy
The UK's insurers cannot wait for government to take the lead on Brexit strategy, according to Ashley Prebble, an insurance partner at Clifford Chance.
Lloyd's to unveil plans for EU move in the new year
Lloyd’s of London will create an office somewhere within the European Union in a move to divert some of its operations to the continent as a result of the UK's Brexit vote.
Brexit will not affect HDI Global's UK presence
Brexit will have no impact on HDI Global’s presence in the UK market, the company's chairman said.
Interview: Harsha Agadi, Crawford & Company
As Crawford ‘outperforms expectations’ in terms of growth, Michèle Bacchus speaks with CEO and president Harsha Agadi about his plans for the company
Insurance sector 'speaking with one voice' on Brexit
The insurance industry is speaking “with one voice” on Brexit, according to trade bodies.
Expertise from A-Z: 2016 Review: A year of change
A look at the tumultuous changes of 2016 – and a preview of what 2017 may have in store for the industry
Insurers meet with ministers to discuss Brexit strategy
Insurers and other financial services bosses met with senior ministers to discuss the country's Brexit strategy.
Lloyd’s announces potential post-Brexit strategies
Lloyd's said setting up a single European Union subsidiary or a network of branches across several EU countries are two potential post-Brexit strategies if passporting rights cannot be maintained.
This Week in Post: claims, cold-calling and commercial vans
As the frost closes in and warns us of winter, my thoughts turn to safety and vehicles, especially as I found myself slipping over due to the black ice on the roads.
Markerstudy IT upgrade sees 45 jobs impacted
Markerstudy will see 45 jobs go in its IT department following greater investment in automation.
Irish Insurance trade bodies to merge in anticipation of post-Brexit rush
Two of Ireland’s insurance trade bodies are planning to merge as the country prepares for an influx of business from the UK post-Brexit.
IUA: Single market access is key Brexit concern
The London insurance market must maintain access to the single market following Brexit negotiations, the International Underwriting Association has warned.
Six out of 10 brokers do not see Brexit as a threat
More than six out of 10 brokers do not see Brexit as a threat, research has revealed.
Irish regulator boosts staffing levels ahead of predicted post-Brexit insurer exodus
The Central Bank of Ireland, which acts as the country’s insurance regulator, has increased staff levels by over 25% ahead of an expected influx of UK insurers post-Brexit.
AJG's Michael Rea on the challenge of effective integration
The appetite for acquisition activity is undiminished, but buying is the easy part
AIG to move European HQ out of London following Brexit vote
AIG could move its European headquarters from London to an EU country, following the referendum result.
ABI urges regulators to 'refine not replace' Solvency II post-Brexit
Insurers are calling on regulators to refine Solvency II to better suit the UK market, rather than replace it entirely when the UK leaves the EU.
Lloyd's appoints Paolo Vagnone as strategy and change director
Lloyd’s of London has appointed Paolo Vagnone to the newly created role of strategy and change director.
Data protection: The cost of hacks set to climb
The hefty fine levied against Talk Talk for failing to protect its customers' data will pale in comparison to the maximum penalty regulators will be able to hand out in less than two years.
Interview: Nigel Teasdale, Foil
Referendum results, cabinet reshuffles and the shelving of long-awaited reforms add up to a turbulent year ahead for anyone in the insurance sector, not least those in the legal profession. For the Forum of Insurance Lawyers' incoming president Nigel…