Articles by Carolina Parra-Serrano
Irwin Mitchell to pick up PI books from struggling law firms
Irwin Mitchell is preparing to acquire the personal injury books of law firms exiting the market as a result of the recent legal reforms, Post’s sister publication Legal Week reported.
White Oak seeks new capacity providers
White Oak Underwriting is seeking new capacity while looking into becoming a risk carrier itself as part of a growth strategy.
Bought By Many partners with XS Cover to offer young drivers car insurance
Social media powered insurance intermediary Bought By Many has partnered with XS Cover to create an offer that will help young drivers reduce the cost of their car insurance.
CFC calls industry to tackle cyber crime
Underwriting agency CFC has called for the insurance industry to be aware of the regularity of cyber-attacks suffered by SMEs.
Capita shares recipe for successful MGAs
Capita Insurance Services’ executive director, John Holm, shared the lessons learnt with existing and would-be MGA management about the most effective structural components and the financing methods for new and evolving MGAs.
ABI welcomes government strategy to promote the UK insurance industry
The Association of British Insurers has welcomed Greg Clark’s, Financial Secretary to the Treasury, announcement of a dedicated insurance industry strategy to enhance the industry’s position as leader in global business.
Swinton Commercial eyes growth with the creation of new role
Swinton Commercial has appointed Alastair Denness to the newly created role of national business development manager. The firm said this role is part of the company’s future growth strategy.
Mass calls on legal industry to fight legal changes
The Motor Accident Solicitors Society has called on solicitors to keep fighting further change and report any problems in the new legal system.
Ex-BGL director joins Towergate
Towergate Insurance has appointed Derek Henry as group carrier relationship director.
Brunel expands wholesale PI broking business
Brunel Professional Risks has expanded its wholesale professional indemnity insurance broking arm to handle rapidly growing demand from brokers across the UK.
Apil: Seriously injured people risk being short-changed in government plans
Severely injured people could face having their damages cut further under government proposals, the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers has claimed.
Allianz CEO Torrance calls for action on liability rates
Insurers’ liability books need to show profits if firms are to make a reasonable return on capital, Andrew Torrance, Allianz’s chief executive, said.
Allianz unveil improved COR for 2013 Q1
Allianz UK has reported that gross written premium in the first quarter of 2013 was up by 7% at £506.6m over same period in 2012 (Q1 2012: £473.6m).
Miliband urges industry to stick with Europe
Europe will deliver a competitive advantage for businesses, former foreign minister David Miliband has claimed.
Mass welcomes the government's ‘reasoned’ approach to whiplash
The Motor Accident Solicitors Society has welcomed the government’s decision to defer the publication of its response to the whiplash consultation until the Transport Select Committee whiplash inquiry finalises.
BPF welcomes extension of flood agreement
The British Property Federation has welcomed the insurance industry’s decision to continue to offer flood insurance cover for a month beyond the end of the current agreement with the government.
ABI: insurers want to offer straightforward services
The Association of British Insurers has said insurers are keen on offering products that are easy to understand and a straightforward claims process.
LV Broker unveils technology platform
LV Broker has launched a new platform for schemes business, which will enable brokers to set up and manage policies within a scheme at the touch of a button.
Aviva resurrects General Accident brand for motor market
Aviva is targeting parents seeking to purchase their children's car insurance with its new motor proposition after resurrecting its General Accident brand.
Sheilas’ Wheels Facebook distribution extends to broker platform
Esure has expanded its Sheilas’ Wheels Facebook distribution channel to offer premiums for Sheilas’ Wheels Broker, in order to enable customers to get quotes from a wider panel of insurers.
Henderson Insurance Brokers unveils new MD
Henderson Insurance Brokers has appointed Steve Barrett to the role of managing director.
Marsh seeks to extend MENA operations with appointment
Marsh has appointed Neil Irwin to lead the firm’s business development across its Middle East and North Africa region as the broker plans to extend its insurance and risk management services in the region.
UK P&I Club closes year with 104% COR
One of the oldest providers of mutual liability insurance to ship owners, UK P&I Club, has closed its financial year with a surplus of $9.5m increase in fee reserves to $494m (2011: 409m) and a combined ratio of 104% (2011: 98%).
Shakespeares is ‘ABS-ready’ to support insurers
Law firm Shakespeares has secured an alternative business structure licence, with views to engaging in joint ventures with insurers, third parties and corporate clients.