Articles by Amy Ellis
Judge lifts anonymity on Worboys' taxi insurer
Justice Silber has revealed that London-based Inceptum Insurance is the motor insurer being sued by victims of the so-called black cab rapist John Worboys.
Second insurance summit set for May
The British Insurance Brokers' Association has confirmed that a second government-hosted insurance summit has been tabled for 2 May.
Robson named to head up claims at Brit
Brit Insurance has announced that Steve Robson, subject to Financial Services Authority approval, is set to take up the role of group head of claims.
EA issues eight new flood warnings
The Environment Agency has issued eight new flood warnings in south west England, a region currently in drought, the BBC has reported.
UK 'pain in the neck culture' must end, says ABI
People claiming whiplash injuries should not be entitled to compensation unless there is objective evidence that they have suffered injury, according to the Association of British Insurers.
Lockton to open Australian offices
Lockton is to open two offices in Australia, establishing a new insurance brokerage, Lockton Australia, in Perth and Sydney.
New Law Solicitors licensed as an ABS
The Solicitors Regulatory Authority has confirmed that New Law Solicitors is the first Legal Disciplinary Partnership in the UK to be licensed as an Alternative Business Structure.
Online Exclusive: Tonks talks PI
Incoming Association of Personal Injury Lawyers president Karl Tonks speaks to Amy Ellis about his year in charge.
Direct Line Group set to complete £500m planned subordinated debt issuance
Direct Line Insurance Group has announced it expects to complete a £500m issue of fixed/floating rate guaranteed subordinated notes due in 2042, and intends to seek a listing of the securities on the London Stock Exchange.
McManus "excited" as he starts his first day at Giles
New Giles CEO Brendan McManus told Post that organic growth will be the main focus under his leadership.
Aviva extends NCFC sponsorship
Aviva is set to sponsor Norwich City Football Club for a further four years – the longest main sponsorship deal in the club's history.
Which? findings 'little surprise' to Drain Claim
Following a report released yesterday by Which? revealing the £100m cost of "unnecessary" water pipe insurance, Drain Claim said it is "wholly unfair" for water companies to be pushing third-party insurance onto customers.
Maritime industry faces difficult year
The marine insurance market is in flux in the aftermath of Costa Concordia, according to the latest Willis marine market review.
Talbot appoints new MENA CEO
Talbot Underwriting MENA, formally known as Underwriting Risk Services (Middle East), has appointed Matthew Warren as chief executive.
Lorega snaps up Towergate regional executives
Lorega has boosted its regional broker business development team with two new regional executives from Towergate.
Quinn's UK losses rise to €1bn
The collapse of Quinn Insurance could leave Irish policyholders footing a bill for up to €1bn, more than €400m than the original estimate, according to the Irish Independent.
Lord Justice Jackson set to have operation
The judiciary has released a statement that Jackson, who has been appointed to lead a review into the costs of civil litigation, will be undergoing an operation for cancer.
Tonks calls on government for a fair deal for injured people
The Association of Personal Injury Lawyers said insurers and the government will be challenged to face up to their responsibilities for injured people at its annual conference this week.
Hastings hits back at Which? report
Hastings Direct is the latest insurer to accuse Which? of using "inaccurate data" in its report on insurer charges.
Willis launches new online trading portal with Simply Business
Willis has teamed up with Simply Business to launch eQuote, a new e-trading comparison platform for the exclusive use of Willis Networks members in the UK.
Groupama signs Ebike deal
Groupama Insurances has signed an agreement to become the sole underwriter of motorcycle policies sold through Ebike, the online motorbike insurance provider.
Which? investigation reveals insurers 'taking consumers for a ride'
Consumer group Which? has accused home and motor insurers of charging policyholders exorbitant hidden fees for basic policy changes and renewals.
Ferma launches European risk management research
The Federation of European Risk Management Associations is set to launch its 2012 Ferma benchmarking survey of risk management and risk managers in Europe and their views on the insurance market.
Ageas unveils The Ageas Bowl cricket ground
Ageas has unveiled The Ageas Bowl following the announcement of its new partnership with the home of Hampshire cricket.