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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Deloitte issues gloomy forecast for UK motor market
Premiums need to raise 5% to replace lower investment returns.
CEA outlines key role for insurers in climate change debate
Report calls for long term, clesr and effective climate change strategy.
Miller bolsters team with Aon and Marsh hires
Miller head Greg Collins welcomed Kiran Nayee from Marsh UK and Trevor Young from Aon.
Broker director departs to take on charity role
LFC MD Clayton, pictured, said it was supportive of Andy Thorn's move.
Barclays and Aviva extend tie up
Insurer's outgoing CEO Igal Mayer "delighted" bank and insurer will work together until 2015.
Marsh: commercial rates could drop by 10% in 2010
Tim Pritchard gives pessimistic forecast for next year.
Government again ducks question on EL bureau timescale
Lord McKenzie, however, said it wished to explore this option "in weeks", "not months".
JLT in HSBC Insurance Brokers swoop
CEO Dominic Burke said deal for HAC fitted its strategy of 'bolt on' deals.
Fortis CEO hails "Gold Standard" award
Barry Smith hails accolade as testament to hard work and commitment.
Helphire agrees fix rate deal with "significant" insurer
Credit hire firm claims others are involved in pilots.
GMAC confirms review of UK subsidiary Provident
But US giant concedes no decision has been made as to its future.
Acquisitive Lloyd's insurer Amlin swoops again
Crowe Livestock Underwriting latest target for insurance group.
Over two thirds back Government insurance plan
AA survey finds majority back plans to introduce offense of driving without insurance.
PWC: insurers under-valued by inconsistent financial reporting
Global study highlights consensus that current regime is harming industry.
Jelf Group unveils new MD
Consolidator confirms Les Brewin as MD of its network, The Purple Partnership.
Event brokers combine forces
Long Reach International and W&P will cover everything from sports events to theatre productions.
Two out as Glacier completes strategic review
Morten Pahle replaces Steve Price as UK boss in shake up.