Politics
Political parties respond to UKRC challenge over rehab policies
The three major political parties have responded to the UK Rehabilitation Council's challenge to provide a pre-election policy on reducing the cost of sickness absence.
FSA to consult on FSCS changes
The Financial Services Authority has today issued a consultation paper that includes proposed Handbook changes in relation to financial stability and market confidence.
Two thirds of businesses "concerned" over prospect of hung parliament
Nearly two thirds of businesses (65%) are “concerned” or “very concerned” about the potential impact of a hung parliament, according to the British Chambers of Commerce’s latest monthly business survey.
Election 2010: Hung parliament - have your say
With the emergence of the Liberal Democrats as a political force in this election, the issue of a hung parliament is already making headlines.
Quinn employees applying pressure for reopening of UK business
In a statement sent out on behalf of Quinn employees, it said it has been having ongoing discussions with various bodies and politicians and is still determined to keep the pressure on for the re-opening of UK business.
Quinn Insurance given £5.5m in UK government grants
Quinn Insurance has received £5.5m in government support in Northern Ireland alone, according to the latest reports.
Quinn Insurance given £5.5m in UK government grants
Quinn Insurance has received £5.5m in government support in Northern Ireland alone, according to the latest reports.
AIG linked with Goldman Sachs legal action as Clegg weighs in
AIG is reported to be considering action against Goldman Sachs.
Regional Review - Glasgow: Local strength
With significant activity already in 2010 and the emergence of a new financial district, the Glasgow insurance market looks set for further growth. Mairi MacDonald assesses the financial landscape in Scotland's largest city.
Waiting game for Quinn staff over UK comeback
Quinn Insurance should discover whether it can begin underwriting UK business again by the end of the week, Post understands.
Airline body slams lack of co-ordination over volcanic groundings
The International Air Transport Association has criticised European governments for what it claims is a "lack of leadership in handling airspace restrictions in light of the Icelandic volcano eruption". It urged a re-think of the decision-making process.
Airline body slams lack of co-ordination over volcanic groundings
The International Air Transport Association has criticised European governments for what it claims is a "lack of leadership in handling airspace restrictions in light of the Icelandic volcano eruption". It urged a re-think of the decision-making process.
Political Leaders' debates - Play Post Bingo
With no clapping allowed in the studio for the up-coming political Leaders' Debates, Post has launched a special "spot the cliche" Bingo game to help inject a bit of life into the broadcasts.
Law firms welcome class action u-turn
The government has dropped controversial plans in the Financial Services Bill to allow class actions against financial institutions.
Libs to give mutuals dedicated minister and create local stock exchanges
In order to sustain jobs and promote growth, the Liberal Democrats today said it planned to set up an Infrastructure Bank to direct private finance to essential projects such as new rail services and green energy, building the environmentally sustainable…
20 years ago: Cross-border motor fund extension
The European Parliament has proposed that national motor insurance guarantee funds should be extended to cover situations in which the person responsible for an accident is known to disclose their insurer.
Tories vow we will create "most competitive tax system in the G20"
The Conservative Party today outlined its ambition is to create the most competitive tax system in the G20 within five years.
Conservatives outline plans to stop Labour 'killing off' the recovery
The Conservative Party today reiterated its view that Labour’s plan for anyone earning over £20 000 to pay more tax - and employers more on all jobs paid over £5700 - will hit small businesses especially hard, and kill off the recovery.
Labour pledges to help entrepreneurs and SMEs with manifesto
The Labour Party yesterday pledged to help support small businesses and recognize the need to promote entrepreneurs with the publication of its manifesto.
Lib Dems take swipe at rivals as it unveils plan to halt excessive City bonuses
The Liberal Democrats has launched a five-point plan to deal with the excesses of bankers bonuses, with a swipe at its major rivals.
Flood Bill gains Royal Assent
The Flood and Water Management Bill has gained Royal Assent after passing through the House of Commons and House of Lords earlier this week.
Government pledges to halve £1000bn debt by 2014
The government has pledged to reduce the national debt of more £1000bn by half within four years as part of the Fiscal Responsibility Act.
Commons paves way for Flood Bill to be passed
The House of Commons agreed on 25 ammendments to the Flood and Water Management Bill yesterday, paving the way for it to be passed for the dissolution of Parliament on Monday.
Report says Quinn may have failed to reserve properly for claims
The Financial Regulator may refer breaches of insurance regulations uncovered in its investigation into Quinn Insurance to the office of the Director of Corporate Enforcement and the Garda Síochána. according to reports.