Jonathan Swift
Content director, insurance
Jonathan has written and commented about the insurance industry since 1998 as a reporter, news editor, editor and content director at Incisive Media.
He has appeared on television speaking about topics as diverse as the insurance implications of Michael Jackson's death to the consequences of consolidation on motor premiums; and is a past winner of the British Insurance Brokers' Association journalist of the year and Association of British Insurers general insurance trade journalist prizes.
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Beazley changes reporting currency
Lloyd's insurer Beazley is to change its reporting currency to US dollars for the 2010 financial year onward.
Quinn Insurance administration hearing delayed
The full hearing of the Financial Regulator's action to put Quinn Insurance into full administration has been postponed.
Aviva boss admits its market share is too low
Aviva is seeking to expand in Turkey because its current business isn’t big enough, its local CEO has told Bloomberg.
Train crashes in Italy killing at least six
A train has derailed in northern Italy, killing at least six people and injuring 20 others, according to media reports.
Aviva boss admits its market share is too low
Aviva is seeking to expand in Turkey because its current business isn’t big enough, its local CEO has told Bloomberg.
Train crashes in Italy killing at least six
A train has derailed in northern Italy, killing at least six people and injuring 20 others, according to media reports.
Biba clarifies members' position over limitation of liability
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has launched a new publication to provide clarification to brokers on the issue of limitation of liability when advising clients.
ABI: trade credit claims up 95% in 2009
Latest figures from the Association of British Insurers show that trade credit insurance helped UK businesses by dealing with 22 791 claims in 2009.
Overall Xynthia loss put at Euros 1.28bn
Perils AG today disclosed its initial loss estimate for Windstorm Xynthia, which occurred at the end of February 2010.
RSA and Axa named as potential bidders for Quinn
Dutch insurance giant Eureko, RSA and Axa have been named among the 20 or so predators circling the Quinn Insurance group, according to reports in Ireland.
Overall Xynthia loss put at Euros 1.28bn
Perils AG today disclosed its initial loss estimate for Windstorm Xynthia, which occurred at the end of February 2010.
RSA and Axa named as potential bidders for Quinn
Dutch insurance giant Eureko, RSA and Axa have been named among the 20 or so predators circling the Quinn Insurance group, according to reports in Ireland.
Allianz unveils new heads for Italy and Turkey in shake up
George Sartorel, currently CEO of Allianz Turkey, is poised to become new CEO of Allianz Italia.
Aviva outlines Asian direct motor plan
Aviva has outlined plans for its re-entry Singapore’s general insurance market and stated its intent on rolling out the business in key markets in Asia.
Allianz unveils new heads for Italy and Turkey in shake up
George Sartorel, currently CEO of Allianz Turkey, is poised to become new CEO of Allianz Italia.
Aviva outlines Asian direct motor plan
Aviva has outlined plans for its re-entry Singapore’s general insurance market and stated its intent on rolling out the business in key markets in Asia.
Ceiops chair outlines latest thoughts on GI proposals
In a letter to Jörgen Holmquist, director general, European Commission internal market and services directorate general, the Ceiop chair Gabriel Bernardino has submitted the last set of advice on the Solvency II level 2 implementing measures which have…
Commons paves way for Flood Bill to be passed
The House of Commons agreed on 25 ammendments to the Flood and Water Management Bill yesterday, paving the way for it to be passed for the dissolution of Parliament on Monday.
Aviva seeks Asian GI re-entry
Aviva is to re-enter the Asian general insurance market five years after selling its non-life operations there, the company has confirmed to Reuters.
Sean Quinn admits insurer is losing "an absolute fortune" due to uncertainty
The founder of the Quinn Group has admitted his insurance company is "losing an absolute fortune" in administration, with revenue dropping by as much as 80%.
Quinn UK ban to remain after Regulator given dossier on operation
The ban on Quinn Insurance from trading in the United Kingdom is not expected to be lifted today, according to reports in the Irish media.
Ceiops chair outlines latest thoughts on GI proposals
In a letter to Jörgen Holmquist, director general, European Commission internal market and services directorate general, the Ceiop chair Gabriel Bernardino has submitted the last set of advice on the Solvency II level 2 implementing measures which have…
Report says Quinn may have failed to reserve properly for claims
The Financial Regulator may refer breaches of insurance regulations uncovered in its investigation into Quinn Insurance to the office of the Director of Corporate Enforcement and the Garda Síochána. according to reports.
Aviva seeks Asian GI re-entry
Aviva is to re-enter the Asian general insurance market five years after selling its non-life operations there, the company has confirmed to Reuters.