Analysis
Public sector spending cuts: Cutting costs
The government's rumoured spending cuts look set to hit the public sector hard. Sam Barrett examines the implications for insurance and risk management in the market.
News analysis - accounting changes: A new standard
Afer a decade of delay, a truly international accounting standard for insurance contracts appears to be taking shape. Neil Coulson details the latest developments.
BIS Countdown - innovation: Listening to customers
The relationship between the customer and the market is constantly on the move, says Amanda Blanc, who stresses firms must innovate and evolve or face severe consequences.
Rome II: Together in harmony?
Rome II aimed to simplify the way cross-border claims were dealt with. Paula Jefferson and Catherine Fox examine why it hasn't quite had the effect intended, with even the timing of the legislation being questioned.
Engineering - air conditioning: Keeping it cool
With air conditioning no longer a novelty in the UK, Thomas Howe argues more care needs to be taken over refrigeration issues.
Broker focus - exit options: Feathering the nest
Finding a favourable exit during the economic downturn has proved tricky for broker owners. Leigh Jackson reports on how the tide may be turning for those looking to sell.
Post Europe Q&A - Jubilee Europe
In the latest of a regular focus on European insurance companies and brokers, Post Europe talks to Theo Van Der Mark, managing director of Jubilee Europe BV, part of the Jubilee Group about the Dutch insurance market.
An in-depth review of the general insurance market in Italy
Despite the introduction of the ‘Bersani law’ looking to liberalise the Italian general insurance sector and increase competitiveness, brokers still have a long way to go to impact on the agent dominated market. But with untapped potential in the market…
Post Europe - European mutual insurers
Mutual insurance flourishes in Europe but with increased regulatory regimes on the horizon and pressure on resources Sam Barrett asks if this model can survive.
Insurance Insight Q&A - Jubilee Europe
In the latest of a regular focus on European insurance companies and brokers, Insurance Insight talks to Theo Van Der Mark, managing director of Jubilee Europe BV, part of the Jubilee Group about the Dutch insurance market.
An in-depth review of the general insurance market in Italy
Despite the introduction of the ‘Bersani law’ looking to liberalise the Italian general insurance sector and increase competitiveness, brokers still have a long way to go to impact on the agent dominated market. But with untapped potential in the market…
Insurance Insight - European mutual insurers
Mutual insurance flourishes in Europe but with increased regulatory regimes on the horizon and pressure on resources Sam Barrett asks if this model can survive.
General insurers protect finance raising in Spain
Raising finance during challenging times can be tough and many firms in Spain are increasingly looking to the Alternative Stock Market or MAB. As the possibility of claims has risen dramatically these firms face increased risks but Fernando Claro…
General insurers protect finance raising in Spain
Raising finance during challenging times can be tough and many firms in Spain are increasingly looking to the Alternative Stock Market or MAB. As the possibility of claims has risen dramatically these firms face increased risks but Fernando Claro…
Law report: Suspension order fair due to issues of honesty and probity
This law report has been contributed by national law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Law report: Claimant compensated despite lies over earnings
This law report has been contributed by national law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Law report: Violence at special school isnot analogous to contact sport
This law report has been contributed by national law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Legal update - mesothelioma: Music and mesothelioma
With the high-profile death of former Sex Pistols manager Malcolm McLaren, mesothelioma fell under the spotlight once more. Neil Hackett examines the continuing difficulty in pinpointing exposure.
Yachts & pleasurecraft - fraud: Making waves
The recession saw fraud in the yacht market rocket after an unprecedented boom-bust in prices. Nick Smith examines the current situation.
EL & PL: Building the wall
As fraudsters seek new areas to commit insurance fraud, Andrew Gillett reports on how the liability market is tackling this growing problem.
Consolidation - global brokers: Too big for their boots?
The creation of the global broker in the 1980s resulted in a dominant few. David Trezies asks whether this consolidation has produced any tangible benefits for clients.
Lloyd's & London market: Bargain hunt
It looks like investors searching for a piece of the action in Lloyd's can pick up a bargain right now, as depressed share prices shine a light on profitable businesses trading at a discount to their net asset value. Ralph Savage investigates whether a…
Post Europe – Benchmark bribery legislation for Europe
European organisations may have been given a brief rest bite with the announcement of the delay to the UK Bribery Act but Andrew Gillett explains why this time would be best used putting measures and systems in place to comply with the act.
Benchmark bribery legislation for Europe
European organisations may have been given a brief rest bite with the announcement of the delay to the UK Bribery Act but Andrew Gillett explains why this time would be best used putting measures and systems in place to comply with the act.