Articles by Pamela Kokoszka
No certainty for insurance industry as UK and EU reach Brexit withdrawal agreement
The withdrawal deal between the UK and EU does not provide certainty for the insurance industry, the British Insurance Brokers’ Association has warned.
Top motor accident solicitor slams ministers on whiplash
Whiplash reforms should be delayed as rushing through a "minimum viable product" will create unacceptable challenges for claimants, lawyers have warned the government.
B3I blockchain firm 'will need a lot of money to build our vision' says CEO
Blockchain company B3I, which boasts a plethora of big-name shareholders among its backers, will focus on building its product rather than chasing more funding in the immediate future, B3I CEO John Carolin told Post at a launch event.
Biba unveils theme for 2020 conference
The British Insurance Brokers' Association has selected 'A year to pioneer' as the theme of its 2020 conference and exhibition, which will be held in Manchester Central on 13 and 14 May next year.
Government to introduce improved building safety standards
Insurers have welcomed the government’s commitment to improving building safety standards.
Beazley appoints head of corporate development
Beazley had appointed Rachel Turk as a head of corporate development, following the retirement of Mark Goodman.
Millions unaware of post-Brexit green card requirement
UK motorists are unaware of the legal requirements to drive in the European Union if we leave Europe without a deal, warn insurers and brokers.
Lloyd’s of London chairman joins insurtech Cuvva
UK-based insurtech startup Cuvva has appointed Bruce Carnegie-Brown as chairman, effective immediately.
CFC's focus remains on organic growth following its first acquisition in 20 years
CFC Underwriting made its first acquisition in its 20 year history yesterday when it bought Solis Security, but the purchase will not mark a change in its acquisitive appetite, CFC chief innovation officer Graeme Newman told Post.
Insurers respond to Finsbury Park flood claims
Insurers have begun responding to claims after a burst pipe led to flooding in Finsbury Park.
Victory for insurers in $77m 'pirate attack' fraud case
A High Court judge has ruled that insurers do not need to cover the cost of an alleged pirate attack on an oil tanker because the ship’s owner was responsible for the incident.
This month: Celebrations, climate change and culture
In this month’s issue Post published the annual top 100 Insurers, a list of the UK's biggest insurers ranked by non-life gross premium written in 2018, in association with AM Best.
IDD has not improved trust in insurance, brokers say
Three quarters of brokers do not believe that the Insurance Distribution Directive has helped drive trust in the industry, a survey has revealed.
Thingco and Freedom Services Group enter JV
Thingco has entered a joint venture with Freedom Services Group, to form Pukka Tech.
Ecclesiastical UKGI MD John Blundell to retire
Ecclesiastical UK general insurance managing director John Blundell will retire from the role next year.
Brexit preparations slow as deadline draws near
Financial services firms have slowed down or paused their Brexit preparations, but "significant work" still remains over business transfers, EY has warned.
Inshur appoints former Uber boss
Inshur has appointed Simon Logan, former RSA and Uber legal boss, as VP of commercial and legal.
Interview: Steven Wallace, McLarens
Newly appointed managing director for UK & Ireland Steven Wallace discusses expansion plans, consolidation within the market and Brexit
Claims Consortium completes acquisition of Stream
Claims Consortium Group has completed its acquisition of Stream Claims Services.
RSA appoints Ireland CEO
Kevin Thompson has been appointed as CEO of RSA Ireland, succeeding Ken Norgrove.
Leadership shakeup at Tokio Marine Kiln
Charles Franks has stepped down from his position as CEO at Tokio Marine Kiln, as he assumes new responsibilities within the Tokio Marine Group.
Clear Insurance acquires Morrison Insurance Solutions
Clear Insurance Management has acquired Alcester-based Morrison Insurance Solutions, its largest acquisition to date.
Government pledges £62m flood funding
The government has pledged £62m flood defence investment for communities across Yorkshire, Cumbria, the North East and the South East of England.
RSA merges commercial businesses
RSA UK & International has merged its Commercial Risk Solutions and Global Risk Solutions businesses to create a single business unit focused on commercial lines, as it seeks to regain profitability.