Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA)
Regulation Q&A: From GDPR to IDD, Brexit to the future of the PRA, what do insurers really think?
The regulatory landscape is constantly evolving, With this in mind, Post asked a number of senior insurance figures about some of the most pertinent changes that are afoot from GDPR to the IDD, and how they would like the situation to develop in a post…
Analysis: Passing up on passporting
What next after the UK ruled out maintaining passporting within the European Union?
Lloyd’s positive on ILS cover for Central Fund
Capital from Insurance Linked Securities could be used to back the Lloyd’s Central Fund as early as next year, the market’s chief financial officer has said.
Wrisk CEO warns politicians of barriers for insurtechs accessing government scheme
Exclusive: Politicians need to look at the Enterprise Investment Scheme to make it easier for insurtech start-ups to access it.
PRA to look at Solvency II impact on insurers
The Prudential Regulation Authority will be working closely with the insurance industry to make sure that Solvency II requirements do not damage competition in the sector, the Association of British Insurers Annual Conference heard today.
FCA names Bailey incoming FSCS chair
The Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority have named Marshall Bailey as chair of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme with effect from 1 April 2018.
Branch or subsidiary? How UK and EU insurers can passport after Brexit
The loss of passporting will be a major challenge for insurers after the UK leaves the European Union. Steven McEwan, partner at Hogan Lovells, looks at some of the options available.
Allianz-LV merger deal gains regulatory approval
Exclusive: Allianz and LV have secured regulatory approval for a joint venture that will create the UK’s third largest personal lines insurer.
EU insurers to be granted UK access after Brexit
European insurers operating in the UK will be able to continue to do so even after Brexit, according to plans outlined by the Prudential Regulation Authority.
Analysis: Mutual benefits
With four mutuals making the UK top 20 insurers rankings for 2017 and results outperforming the rest of the market, mutuality is a sector to watch, especially as it is easier to innovate without constant shareholder pressure
PRA outlines supervisory framework for ILS
The Prudential Regulation Authority has published final rules setting out how it will authorise and supervise insurance special purpose vehicles, which will be used to issue insurance linked securities in the UK.
ABI calls on EIOPA to address 'flawed' risk margin
The Association of British Insurers has called on the European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority to address the "flawed" Solvency II risk margin.
MPs urge PRA to review Solvency II
The Prudential Regulation Authority must develop proposals to remove the limitations of Solvency II for the insurance market, MPs have said.
Top UK insurers 2017
Hit by a negative discount rate, the top 100 UK insurers reported a combined underwriting loss last year. What other challenges has the market faced?
Insurers throw cold water on regulator's reporting proposals
Insurers have criticised regulatory proposals which may increase reporting burdens for insurers.
PRA to consider insurers' Brexit contingency plans
More than 400 banks and insurers have submitted Brexit contingency plans to the regulator, as the UK looks to negotiate a favourable exit deal from the European Union.
Axis receives regulatory nod for managing agency
Axis Capital Holdings has received final approval from the UK’s regulators and Lloyd’s to launch its own Lloyd’s managing agent.
Insurer optimism remains flat despite increased hiring and investment
Business volumes, profits and hiring in the general insurance sector remained strong in Q2 2017 despite optimism remaining flat, a survey has revealed.
When cyber gets physical
Recent events such as the Wanna Cry ransomware attack and British Airways’ computer outage have helped to drive sales of cyber insurance, but there are concerns that a significant part of the risk is being overlooked
Insurers must focus on cyber risk accumulation exposure: PRA
Insurers must get a grip on their cyber risk management to fully understand their cyber exposure, the industry watchdog has said.
Legal Update: The problem with delegated authorities
Do delegated authorities represent a short-term solution that is creating long-term problems? Jeremy Irving, partner at DWF, discusses.
Brexit: The location game
With Brexit negotiations now launched, insurers are taking steps to secure their access to the European market. How many will follow Lloyd's to Belgium?
Solvency II: still dividing opinion in the insurance industry a year on
In light of Brexit, what will regulation look like in the future?
PRA plans fee for Solvency II internal model approval
The Prudential Regulation Authority has announced a proposal to introduce a fee for Solvency II full and partial internal model approvals.