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JLT vows to 'vigorously defend' business interests in face of Willis law suit
JLT has vowed to “defend its legitimate business interests vigorously” after broking rival Willis commenced legal proceedings against the firm in relation to the appointment of staff from the Willis fine art, jewellery and specie division.
Willis cuts 350 roles as part of plans to save $420m by 2017
Willis is set to shed 350 jobs across the UK as part of its restructuring programme announced last year.
GRP hires former Bluefin CEO Bruce to lead retail business
Former Bluefin CEO Mike Bruce has been appointed as head of retail insurance broking at David Margrett’s Global Risk Partners.
Ex-Bluefin boss Reid appointed UK retail CEO at Gallagher
Arthur J Gallagher has confirmed the appointment of former Bluefin executive chairman Stuart Reid to the position of UK retail CEO.
British Insurance Awards 2015 - The shortlist
Today Post reveals the firms that have been shortlisted for the 2015 British Insurance Awards.
BPL's Palmer returns to London
The Monetary Authority of Singapore has approved the appointment of Peter Gilbert as Singapore CEO of credit and political risk broker Berry Palmer & Lyle.
Willis launches legal proceedings against JLT and FAJS boss Gordon
Willis has commenced legal proceedings against JLT and employee David Gordon a week after JLT Specialty announced the appointment of Gordon and 21 of his Willis fine art, jewellery and specie colleagues.
Scenario testing required as industry concerns over EU exit increase
Insurance firms are being urged to adopt scenario testing from this year in preparation for the proposed referendum on the UK's European Union membership under a future Conservative government.
Interview: Malcolm Lee and James Sharp: Ten glorious years for Ten
Celebrating the company’s 10th anniversary, Malcolm Lee and James Sharp explain how Ten has become successful, how they have avoided being bought and what the next 10 years will bring for the network.
Hodges appointed British Gas MD
Former Towergate CEO Mark Hodges has been appointed managing director of British Gas with a base salary of £625,000.
Penny Black’s Insurance Week: 14 April 2015
With the great and the good of the general insurance industry’s trade press summoned to a lunch by broking stalwart Stuart Reid, Post Towers was alive with speculation regarding the future of the Bluefin boss.
Career Development: 20-year milestone for Peter Winslow
Peter Winslow, has celebrated 20 years with BGL after joining the firm in 1995 as CEO.
Career File - Nick Sinfield: Ex-Catlin Syndicate CEO joins Tokio Marine Kiln
Tokio Marine Kiln has appointed former Catlin Syndicate CEO Nick Sinfield as its new head of group claims.
Market Moves - 16 April 2015
Who has moved where this week in the insurance industry.
Care Homes: Crisis in the care home?
With media reports of abuse in care homes, the insurance market has faced numerous challenges – however, is the sector truly getting the best deal from insurers?
Jargon: Beat the bull
Insurers need to make sure their communication is crystal clear and jargon-free, or face the fallout from consumers and regulators.
C-suite - Broker: Preparing for cyber attacks
Many SMEs are ill-equipped to deal with the threats they face from hacking, says Marsh's Julie Page.
XL Group launches Shariah-compliant equine policy
XL Group, together with Cobalt Underwriting, has launched the first Shariah-compliant product to be available through Lloyd's of London.
C-Suite - Broker: From price to advice
The agenda of the broker must change, with a renewed focus on understanding customers, says Phil Barton, chief executive, Jelf.
Peter Cullum departs Towergate
Towergate founder Peter Cullum has left the firm, along with former CEO Andy Homer.
Quiz of the week - 10 April
Test your knowledge of this week's news with our just for fun quiz.
Ignoring PCI-DSS rules could cost brokers 75% of new business
Research from call management specialists Callstream has shown that brokers failing to comply with Payment Card Industry-Data Security Standard regulations are seriously at risk of losing business as a result.
Towergate assigned B- rating amid free cash flow pressures
Fitch has assigned TIG Finco, the new holding company for Towergate Group, a long-term issuer default rating of 'B-' with a stable outlook.
Post Blog: Mind the gap - CII Next Gen Claims Group to report on surge response
In football how often do you see a goal scored – especially after a set play - where the goal keeper and defenders look at each other afterwards and exclaim that the scorer was “not their responsibility”?