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Entries for the British Insurance Awards 2010 now open
The British Insurance Awards 2010 are now officially open for entries. These prestigous awards, for the entire UK general insurance industry, will be presented at the Royal Albert Hall on the evening of the 7 July.
Post | 04 Feb 2010
Delivering the message
There remains a general reluctance by police forces to handle individual insurance fraud cases, but there must be deterrents such as custodial sentences and heavy fines if insurers are to change the view that they are an easy touch, writes Tom Scott.
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08 Dec 2009 
Innovation sitting on your doorstep
Commoditisaton and viewing insurance as a necessary evil has led to a lack of consumer confidence in motor insurance. Mark Scanlon explains why insurers will reap the benefits of returning to pure insurance.
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08 Dec 2009
Different strokes
With insurers facing many challenges, no two are in the same situation. Richard Collard and Tony Boobier report on how firms are unlocking the value in their data and bringing together existing technology intelligently.
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08 Dec 2009
Turning point
An increased focus on transparency and the auditing of placement negotiations are just two of the market factors that have fuelled the latest trend towards electronic trading, writes Chris Dobson.
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08 Dec 2009
Loss adjusting rankings 2009
Post looks in detail at the UK loss adjusting sector.
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26 Nov 2009
In the front row
Peter Whitehead discusses why the application of a front-loaded claims investigation process in most cases could result in settlement in less than 12 months of instruction by the insurer.
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25 Nov 2009
The truth hurts
Insurers should wear their claims experience as a transparent badge of honour to help change the public perception of the insurance industry, writes Tim Crossley.
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25 Nov 2009
Room for more
Suppliers' one-stop-shop approach of offering everything from claims valuation through to repairs is no longer flavour of the month for some insurers, says Sam Barrett.
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25 Nov 2009
Thieves without frontiers
Cross-border fraud is a big threat for European insurers and to tackle it, they must work together and share information to fight crime. However, data protection is causing its own issues, writes Stephanie Denton.
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25 Nov 2009
The whole picture
Despite their importance to many insurers, brokers are often forgotten when it comes to the servicing of claims. Ana Paula Nacif reports on the benefits providers may achieve by addressing this issue seriously.
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25 Nov 2009
From Bromley to Brentford
Charles Crawford, chief executive of the Davies Group, talks to Jonathan Swift about developing his skills in a different sector, strengthening client relationships and his future plans for
the business.
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25 Nov 2009
Unenviable positions
Brokers must keep up-to-date of the latest developments in the insurance market to be in the best position to obtain the most suitable cover for clients, argue Andrew Blair and Joanne Whyld.
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29 Oct 2009
Access all areas
Last year's amendment of the Lloyd's Act 1982 was meant to pave the way for those brokers in the non-accredited regional community to do business in the London market. But, reports Edward Murray, the take-up of entry has been slow.
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28 Oct 2009
The front line of the market
At the forefront of international insurance, EC3 brokers are exposed to the buffetting that goes on here, James Simpson reports on the sector over the past 12 months.
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28 Oct 2009
Stark choices ahead
Many brokers who set up in the 1970s are heading towards retirement age, but as Rachel Gordon reports, some have failed to plan for their succession.
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28 Oct 2009
Get the balance right
If the insurance industry is to add real value to a client's package, the broker and insurer must have a true understanding of their business. Thus, the need to build a relationship with the client is more important than ever, reports Terry Whittaker.
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28 Oct 2009
Preparation is only half the battle
A recent survey found 98% of brokers would like to see business continuity planning as part of an insurance risk assessment. Stephanie Denton reports on a recent event where the possibility of this becoming a reality was debated.
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28 Oct 2009
Interview - Coversure: Covering all bases for sure success
Having appointed two well-known market figures, Coversure's profile is on the up. Jonathan Swift met the senior team to get the lowdown on their plans for the franchise-based broker.
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28 Oct 2009
The Insurance Fraud Awards 2009 winners and souvenir supplement
The winners of the inaugral Insurance Fraud Awards were announced at a special awards dinner in London. The Insurance Fraud Bureau Achievement Award was presented to Peter Upton by IFB chairman John Beadle for his work with the Insurance Fraud Investigators Group.
Post | 15 Oct 2009
The price is right?
Rates are slowly rising but insurers are still facing challenges when it comes to profit margins, not least from the economic environment. Catherine Thomas explains how pricing may be key for the future.
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23 Sep 2009
Top 100 UK Insurers - Top 10
A detailed look at the top 10 UK insurance firms including key personnel, broker agencies and busienss lines.
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23 Sep 2009
Top 100 UK insurers - full table
A full breakdown of the UK's top 100 general insurance companies ranked by gross written premium.
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23 Sep 2009
Top 100 UK Insurers - Top 15 general insurance groups
Post Magazine's Top 15 UK general insurance groups 2008.
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23 Sep 2009
The Dulwich milkman done good
Through shrewd acquisitions and strong organic growth, QBE Europe is gaining market share. Chief executive Steven Burns is clearly doing something right, says Jonathan Swift.
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23 Sep 2009
Recognition is the name of the game
The global downturn has meant insurers’ market values plunging, however, their brand values have seen less steep losses. David Haigh argues having a strong identity is essential to building a global name
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23 Sep 2009
Making progress
While there have been innovative developments in the fight against fraud, the war has not been won and there is still much more to do, claims Benedict Burke.
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23 Sep 2009
Bucking the trend
Despite the economic gloom, the appetite among insurers for growth continues unabated — but will it survive in the sterile ratings environment the market is currently facing?
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23 Sep 2009
seeking a creditable solution
Issues concerning credit hire continue to trigger much debate on all sides of the industry. With this in mind, Post hosted a frank and open debate on the subject. Jonathan Swift reports.
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23 Sep 2009
Post Powerlist 2009
The Post team name the major players in the general insurance industry who have made an impact in 2009 and are expected to play a significant role in shaping the industry in 2010 and beyond
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23 Sep 2009
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