Articles by Scott McGee
Government launches review into whiplash reforms
The government has this week launched a post-implementation review of the Whiplash Reform Programme.
Verisk puts Ignite on the market
Sources have told Insurance Post that Verisk is considering options with its software house Ignite, with a sale among the possibilities.
Majority of Brits concerned about self-driving vehicle safety
An Allianz survey has found British people are the most concerned in Europe about self-driving cars.
Could Applied be lining up a bid to buy a UK software house?
Deputy Editor’s View: It has been a few months now since Applied Systems pulled its Epic product from the UK. However, Scott McGee asks if they are lining up an even more shocking move?
Raffard off to India among raft of Allianz UK leadership changes
Among a number of appointments, Allianz UK has today announced Serge Raffard is leaving the business to become the group’s general manager responsible for future insurance activities in India.
Jaguar Land Rover hack now ‘costliest in UK history’
The Cyber Monitoring Centre has categorised the recent malicious cyber incident affecting Jaguar Land Rover as “the most economically damaging cyber event to hit the UK”.
Prima aims for UK scale after rapid rise in Italy
Despite recent regulatory hurdles, Prima’s UK manager, Nick Ielpo, has shared his plan for the company to replicate its digital-first success in Italy in the UK motor insurance market.
Mazur ruling: A seismic shift for insurance?
A recent ruling at the High Court could give the legal and insurance industries another headache to worry about.
FCA reveals pendulum swing in Gap payouts
The latest Financial Conduct Authority data for fair value measures has shown that, following regulator intervention, more money is being paid out in Guaranteed Asset Protection insurance claims than is coming in through premiums.
Ecclesiastical names former Ageas UK CEO as chair
Ecclesiastical’s parent company, Benefact Group, has named Francois-Xavier Boisseau as its next chair.
FSCS intervenes as Premier Insurance enters administration
The Financial Services Compensation Scheme has stepped in to protect the 16,000 UK customers of Premier Insurance Company after it entered administration yesterday (14 October).
Watchdog outlines vet reforms that could cut pet insurance costs
The Competition and Markets Authority has today published its provisional decision in its market investigation into veterinary services for household pets in the UK.
‘Predator’ jailed after fraud bust involving pregnant woman
A man who manipulated women he met on dating sites – including one who was seven months pregnant – into taking part in staged car crashes has been sentenced to 20 months in prison.
Why volatility keeps tripping up motor insurers
Deputy Editor’s View: Amid global volatility and shifting pressures, Scott McGee questions whether the motor insurance market ever stood a chance at consistently pricing policies and posting a profit.
Q&A: Jemma Ashley, LexisNexis Risk Solutions
Jemma Ashley, assistant vice president of strategy at LexisNexis Risk Solutions, sits down with Insurance Post to talk through her first year at the company, the struggles of the motor insurance market, and what new risks could be coming down the line.
‘Untenable’ motor model opens door for manufacturer moves
Rory Yates, head of strategy for EMEA at EIS, has warned that the current operating model for motor insurance is "becoming untenable" and must evolve.
Motor neglect should be as stigmatised as drink driving
Damian Rourke, partner at Clyde and Co believes the attitude towards motor owners who fail to keep up maintenance of their vehicle should be the same as towards those who drink drive or do not wear a seatbelt.
Big Interview: Kelly Ogley, Howden
Kelly Ogley, CEO of Howden consumer and local commercial (C&LC), talks with Scott McGee about the increasing severity of change within the motor industry, A-Plan’s transition to Howden, and after 39 years in industry, looking at leaving a legacy to be…
Kelsall at Marshmallow no s’more
Marshmallow head of claims Nick Kelsall has left the insurer for Munich Re.
What will impact UK motor moving forward?
Given predictions of the UK motor insurance market going back into the red next year, experts have outlined the factors likely to impact performance and how the industry can mitigate those pressures.
IFB expanding into new lines with five-year strategy
The Insurance Fraud Bureau has today launched its five-year strategy in which it plans to bring about a more connected industry in the fight against fraud.
Direct Line leadership exodus concludes after Aviva takeover
The leadership exodus from Direct Line Group at Aviva has now concluded, with three senior executives departing the combined business, Insurance Post can reveal.
Ageas CEO ‘realistic’ on redundancies as Esure and Saga integration begins
Ageas UK CEO Ant Middle has said that while it is “very early” in the integration of Esure and Saga, “there is a reality” when it comes to staff.
Markel looking to expand geographies within the UK
Lee Mooney, Markel UK managing director, has revealed to Insurance Post that the company is in the early stages of expanding its geographical footprint.