Articles by Insurance Post Staff
Trade Voice: Gordon Dalyell, Apil
Following insurer outcry as the Ogden discount rate was set at minus 0.25%, Association of Personal Injury Lawyers president Gordon Dalyell underlines that the industry is set to save hundreds of millions, while claimants still face an "unfair" rate.
Insurance Technology Summit Q&A: Equinix global head of insurance James Maudslay
Ahead of the Post Insurance Technology Summit, Post editor Stephanie Denton sat down with Equinix global head of insurance James Maudslay to discuss the role inter connection and ecosystems play in giving insurers a digital edge.
My other life: Mark Cookney, lead guitarist in a rock band
When Mark Cookney isn’t working as a construction underwriter at Thames Underwriting, he can be found playing rock covers in his band.
Insurance stalwart David Palmer passes away
David Palmer, a well-known industry figure in the 80s and a past master of the Worshipful Company of Insurers has died. He was 92.
CII launches online personal lines course
The Chartered Insurance Institute has developed a web-based course, focusing on personal lines insurance.
Brightside vows further investment into MGA Kitsune
Brightside will further invest to grow its managing general agent Kitsune this year, as the number of wholesale brokers with agencies reached 13.
Trade Voice: Lee Elliston, LMA
Lee Elliston, Lloyd’s Market Association claims director, considers what the claims workforce of the future is likely to look like.
GRP explores option of partial sale
A partial sale of Global Risk Partners could be on the sale, as the consolidator and its private equity backer explore their options.
Kin Insurance raises $47m
Kin Insurance has raised $47m (£38m) to launch as an insurer.
My Other Life: Kiera Tippett, Triathlete
When not working at REG UK as marketing and communications co-ordinator Kiera Tippett is busy competing in triathlons.
Questgates to provide mental health awareness training to its line managers
Questgates is rolling out mental health skills and awareness training for all its UK line managers.
BoE governor Carney warns insurers over climate change
The Governor of the Bank of England has described climate as a “big, big issue” for general insurers and reinsurers.
Zurich sees 25% jump in female job applicants
Zurich UK has seen a 25% increase in female applicants since embarking on a part-time jobs initiative.
British Insurance Awards 2019: Best of the Best - Insurer - Aviva
Aviva was crowned the Best of the Best Insurer after the 2000 people in attendance at the Royal Albert Hall casted their votes as part of an interactive poll on the night.
