Articles by Scott McGee
Esure CEO already heading for the exit
Peter Martin-Simon, who took on the role as CEO at Esure in October, will leave his top job at the insurer in April.
Motor Insurance Taskforce report proves providers call the shots
Deputy Editor’s View: Scott McGee observes the Labour government’s motor insurance taskforce report felt more like a victory for industry lobbying than for politicians or drivers.
Ageas and Saga launch first product under partnership
Ageas UK and Saga have today (16 December) announced the launch of the first product under their 20-year affinity partnership.
Former RSA Ireland CEO disqualified for 13 years
The Central Bank of Ireland has reprimanded and disqualified former RSA Ireland CEO Philip Smith for his admitted participation in a breach of financial services law by the firm.
FCA trims insurance rules but pace criticised by market
The Financial Conduct Authority today (9 December) confirmed plans to simplify its insurance rules, but industry reaction suggests the changes don’t go far or fast enough.
Government seeking insight to develop autonomous vehicles framework
The government yesterday (4 December) published a call for evidence on developing the autonomous vehicle regulatory framework.
Headlines I hope to see in 2026
Deputy Editor’s View: With the year drawing to a close, Scott McGee looks back at what he thinks are the main themes of 2025 and how they could develop in 2026.
Ecclesiastical claims approach under fire from abuse survivor
A sexual assault survivor has questioned why Ecclesiastical is refusing to pay a claim for a recent attack when a previous, similar claim he made was accepted and settled by the insurer more than a decade ago.
Intact’s Flynn to leave insurer after 16 years
Intact UK’s chief transformation director for commercial lines, Rob Flynn, is to leave the business at the end of the year.
Aviva confirms By Miles redundancies
Aviva has confirmed to Insurance Post that members of staff are to be made redundant as a result of it closing down By Miles.
Verisk warns of sustained subsidence pressures
Verisk has reported a 244% rise in subsidence claims during the summer quarter.
Ifed targets gadget fraud ahead of Black Friday
The Insurance Fraud Enforcement Department, part of the City of London Police, has carried out a week-long operation targeting individuals suspected of making false claims on insurance policies for their gadgets.
Aviva to close down DLG’s By Miles
After acquiring Direct Line Group earlier this year, Aviva is closing down pay-per-mile insurtech By Miles, Post can reveal.
Neal to be paid £2m by AIG without working a day
AIG has agreed to pay John Neal $2.7m (£2m) despite the former Lloyd’s CEO failing to work a day at the insurer, new filings have revealed.
Zurich’s Clayton named IFB chair
Zurich UK’s Scott Clayton has been named chair of the Insurance Fraud Bureau, with effect from 1 January 2026.
Lloyd’s opens investigation into Neal’s workplace relationship
Lloyd’s has opened an investigation into the conduct of former CEO John Neal, after rumours of a workplace affair swirled.
Claims fraud interceptions continue to top £1bn
£1.16bn worth of fraudulent general insurance claims were identified in 2024, according to the Association of British Insurers’ latest data.
Markel names MD for new London Market business
Markel Insurance has today named Rohan Davies as managing director of its newly created London Market business.
Government introduces Bill to bolster cyber resilience
The UK government has today (12 November) introduced a new Bill to parliament aimed at strengthening cyber security for the nation’s essential public services.
MPs call for more clarity on leasehold insurance fees
During a recent parliamentary debate, MPs shared horror stories of constituents dealing with their property management firms and insurers.
Which? names and shames insurers with low claims acceptance rates
Which? has found continued hesitancy from home insurers when accepting claims.
Mutual calls for cash from members following Grenfell fallout
Wren Insurance Association, which specialises in insuring architectural firms, has demanded more money from its members as it continues to struggle with claims relating to the Grenfell tragedy back in 2017.
Allianz to open four broker hubs
As a way to ‘stay relevant’ to brokers, Allianz Commercial’s chief distribution officer Nick Hobbs has revealed the measures the insurer has taken, including plans to open four new broker hubs.
Aviva demands protection for young drivers as ghost broking surges
Aviva has today demanded tougher enforcement, stronger penalties, and better education to crack down on ghost broking.