Articles by Jonathan Swift
New Irish Regulator challenges Quinn to "show me the money"
The new Financial Regulator Matthew Elderfield yesterday challenged Quinn to “show him the money”.
Comment - insurance law reform: Reform can't wait
Now plans to reform the legal framework for commercial insurance have been delayed, buyers are increasingly taking action to strengthen their rights in the event of a claim. John Hurrell argues the archaic law governing pre-contract disclosure is…
News analysis - Aggregators: Motoring on
With motor rates leaping up by 15%, Tom Cooper assesses whether prudent, profitable pricing is finally on the horizon
RFIB adds two in "talent" push
Lloyd’s insurance and reinsurance broker RFIB has announced the appointments of Charles Vermont as a broker in its specialty division and Jeannette Smith as associate division director to its North American division.
Libs to give mutuals dedicated minister and create local stock exchanges
In order to sustain jobs and promote growth, the Liberal Democrats today said it planned to set up an Infrastructure Bank to direct private finance to essential projects such as new rail services and green energy, building the environmentally sustainable…
Quinn planned to reduce UK broker panel before Regulator stepped in
Quinn Insurance wrote to brokers outlining plans to grow its UK business days before the insurance group was banned from writing any new business there, according to reports this morning.
Quinn planned to reduce UK broker panel before Regulator stepped in
Quinn Insurance wrote to brokers outlining plans to grow its UK business days before the insurance group was banned from writing any new business there, according to reports this morning.
Quinn appoints financial restructuring firm
Talbot Hughes McKillop has been engaged by Quinn Group to provide financial restructuring services to the company, it announced today.
Quinn appoints financial restructuring firm
Talbot Hughes McKillop has been engaged by Quinn Group to provide financial restructuring services to the company, it announced today.
Fitch warns Austrian insurers of CEE exposures
The Austria's insurance sector is facing challenges relating to the industry's significant exposure to central and eastern Europe, according to a new report from Fitch Ratings.
Fitch warns Austrian insurers of CEE exposures
The Austria's insurance sector is facing challenges relating to the industry's significant exposure to central and eastern Europe, according to a new report from Fitch Ratings.
Tories vow we will create "most competitive tax system in the G20"
The Conservative Party today outlined its ambition is to create the most competitive tax system in the G20 within five years.
Conservatives outline plans to stop Labour 'killing off' the recovery
The Conservative Party today reiterated its view that Labour’s plan for anyone earning over £20 000 to pay more tax - and employers more on all jobs paid over £5700 - will hit small businesses especially hard, and kill off the recovery.
Fortis to liquidate sub-holding to focus on insurance
As a first step towards simplifying its structure, Fortis today said it plans to liquidate its sub-holding Fortis Brussels SA/NV.
Labour pledges to help entrepreneurs and SMEs with manifesto
The Labour Party yesterday pledged to help support small businesses and recognize the need to promote entrepreneurs with the publication of its manifesto.
Fortis to liquidate sub-holding to focus on insurance
As a first step towards simplifying its structure, Fortis today said it plans to liquidate its sub-holding Fortis Brussels SA/NV.
Munich Re reduces stake in Swiss insurer with €119m share sale
Munich Re has sold part of its stake in Swiss insurance group Helvetia Holdings, reducing its shareholding from approxoimately 8.2% to under 3%.
Capital Z raises Jelf stake closer to 30% threshold
Capital Z has moved closer to the threshold which would require it to make an offer for the entire shareholding of boker Jelf it was revealed this morning.
Munich Re reduces stake in Swiss insurer with €119m share sale
Munich Re has sold part of its stake in Swiss insurance group Helvetia Holdings, reducing its shareholding from approxoimately 8.2% to under 3%.
Lib Dems take swipe at rivals as it unveils plan to halt excessive City bonuses
The Liberal Democrats has launched a five-point plan to deal with the excesses of bankers bonuses, with a swipe at its major rivals.
UK General adds to board with new FD
Oliver Laird has been appointed finance director, UK General Insurance, with immediate effect.
Dutch insurance giant outlines new reporting style
Aegon has unveiled its new reporting format that it claims better aligns with the way it manages its businesses.
Dutch insurance giant outlines new reporting style
Aegon has unveiled its new reporting format that it claims better aligns with the way it manages its businesses.
Quinn urges a reopening of UK business after High Court adjournment
The Quinn Group has welcomed the adjournment of the High Court hearing today which may have put its insurance business into full administration.