Articles by Tom Luckham
Ex-copper comes a cropper for defrauding insurance shoppers
Five people, including a former police officer, have been arrested following an operation by the City of London Police, the Insurance Fraud Enforcement Department and the Metropolitan Police Service.
Canopy placed into administration as Lettings Hub buys business
Canopy, formerly Insure Street, a rental market technology firm of which Direct Line Group is a shareholder, has appointed administrators ahead of a management buyout.
Lady Mayor warns fake news is risk to City
Lady Mayor of London Dame Susan Langley has expressed concern that international perceptions of the capital as a dangerous city could be a “risk to the industry”.
Laurent out at Covéa as new CEO appointed
Philippe Domart has been appointed CEO at Covea Insurance UK, subject to regulatory approval, and is to commence his post on 1 April.
CyberCube appoints new CEO
Chris Methven has been appointed CEO of cyber risk analytics provider CyberCube, as former chief Pascal Millaire takes the role of senior advisor.
2026 to see more ‘selective’ but still frequent consolidation
Insurance market consolidation is set to continue in 2026, driven by private equity exit cycles and specialist acquisitions, according to Sicsic Advisory founder Michael Sicsic.
Industry must break ‘reactionary dynamic’ with SME market
Current approaches to SME insurance are too reactive and cyclical, and are contributing to underinsurance, according to Markel UK managing director Lee Mooney.
FCA still sees 'room for improvement' within UK insurance
The Financial Conduct Authority’s deputy CEO Sarah Pritchard has said the motor, home and travel insurance market has "room for improvement," but ruled out undertaking any sweeping action.
Marsh names Lisa Quest as UK CEO
Marsh has named Lisa Quest as its UK CEO, in addition to her current role as head of UK and Ireland at Oliver Wyman.
Intact launches regional broking proposition
Intact Insurance has launched 'Intact Trading', a regional broking proposition aimed at increasing the visibility of its underwriters.
Beazley’s share price surges following Zurich bids
Following Zurich’s improved proposal to acquire Beazley for 1280p per share, the cyber insurer’s share price has jumped up by around 44%.
Biba’s manifesto requests new Financial Services Bill in 2026
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association launched its manifesto for 2026 today (14 January), titled ‘Economic resilience’. Tom Luckham breaks down the main points, including a focus on cyber and a legislative wish list.
Serial fraudster jailed for exaggerated bag claim
A man has been sentenced to two years in prison after pleading guilty to fraud by false representation and breaching a Serious Crime Prevention Order.
FOS travel referrals hit post-pandemic highs
As the Financial Ombudsman Service announces its resolution targets for 26/27, analysis shows travel insurance complaints increased by over 58% year-on-year in Q3.
How Belfast’s insurance sector is overcoming Brexit blues
As Belfast enters a new year of investment, consolidation and post-Brexit adjustment, Tom Luckham examines how its insurance sector is proving resilient, fast-growing and increasingly strategic for both UK and Irish markets.
Inflexion acquires Ascend in regional broking push
Private equity firm Inflexion has bought Essex-based broker Ascend, with the two announcing the launch of a new broking platform focussed on the regional broking market.
More than half of UK customers use credit to pay premiums
57% of customers use a form of credit to pay for one or more insurance policies they have, a Premium Credit survey has shown.
Axa UK Retail CEO departs for Axa's health business
Alain Zweibrucker, former CEO of Axa UK, has commenced his role as CEO of Axa's health business after being appointed in November.
Ex-Esure CEO re-emerges as Jensten chair
Former Esure CEO David McMillan has been appointed non-executive chair of the Jensten Group board.
Big Interview: Robert Kennedy, Howden
Howden’s UK and Ireland CEO Robert Kennedy shares his growth plans for the business and explains why the broking giant won’t abandon the high street any time soon.
Howden’s Kennedy says regulation may have ‘gone too far'
Howden UK & Ireland CEO Robert Kennedy has told Insurance Post he believes regulation has “gone too far” in certain places, and could be stifling innovation.
One quarter of SMEs facing underinsurance
Around one in four SMEs believe themselves to have been underinsured in the last 12 months, according to research from Premium Credit.
Howden CEO reveals M&A plus growth plans
Robert Kennedy, CEO of Howden UK and Ireland, has told Insurance Post its parent group aims to hit £10bn of global revenue by 2030.
Cytora acquisition won’t change Applied’s UK strategy
Graham Blackwell, president of Applied Systems, has told Insurance Post the firm’s purchase of Cytora is not a signal that it may be making a UK comeback.