Articles by Scott McGee
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.
McMillan steps down as Ageas completes Esure deal
David McMillan is stepping down as CEO of Esure after the provider completed its move over to Ageas.
Markel UK targets growth as 1% market share ‘not enough’
Lee Mooney, managing director of Markel UK has said the focus for the insurer is to increase its relevance for brokers, saying 1% of market share “is just not big enough to be relevant”.
Contrasts show among travel insurance premiums
Travel insurance premiums showed striking contrasts between summer 2025 and summer 2024, according to analysis from Pearson Ham Group.
Covéa Insurance UK CEO Macedo to step down
Georges De Macedo is stepping down from the role of Covéa UK CEO.
Rapid AI rollout tests insurers’ ability to prove real value
Without the right projects and processes, many artificial intelligence deployments in the insurance industry risk failing to deliver real benefits, a panel at today's (24 September) Defaqto conference has warned.
FCA uncovers £200m of short-changing from motor insurers
More than 270,000 motorists are to receive a collective £200m in motor insurance compensation after the Financial Conduct Authority found some insurers had short-changed customers on stolen or written off vehicle claims.