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Claims Awards 2012: Opening address - Claims Club chairman Jonathan Swift
Introducing the 2012 Claims Awards, Claims Club chairman Jonathan Swift made a point of reminding the attendees how quickly the sector moves, and yet how adaptable companies have been in the face of these challenges.
Whiplash diagnosis: Not just a matter of opinion
Medical experts are not 'hoodwinked' by fraudulent claimants - clinical experience counts, says Donald Fowler.
View from the top: A chance to conquer Europe?
Despite high-profile withdrawals, the aggregator market in continental Europe remains full of potential, says Matthew Donaldson.
Managing general agents: A surge in popularity
Managing general agents are certainly on trend and increasing their interaction with insurers but, with some companies still suspicious of their value, will their popularity last?
View from the top: Lay claim to the client experience
As the trials and tribulations in the Eurozone and UK economy continue, it is all too easy for business owners to trim discretionary budgets to deliver their financial objectives, says Phil Barton.
View from the top: Righting wrongs in the motor market
Legislative change should require the 'non-fault' party to notify the 'at-fault' insurer simultaneously, says David McMillan.
Property claims: Long-term fix for UK flood may be a compromise
The expiration of the Statement of Principles has been described as the "end of the temporary sticking plaster" by Zurich property claims director Jon Cawley, who has argued that the solution to flood risk cover is a combination of current industry and…
Property claims: Customers must be educated about escape of water
Insurers should make consumers aware that they have a responsibility to prevent escape of water, rather than assuming that all leakage issues should be handled by their provider.
Equity renews motor insurance deal with HSBC's First Direct
Equity Insurance Partnerships has extended its affinity insurance partnership with First Direct, the banking brand which is a member of HSBC Group.
Prior investment leads to Q1 gains at BMS
BMS chief executive Carl Beardmore has attributed "successful investment" over the past two years to recent growth at the firm, underlined by a 28% rise in Q1 revenue on 2011.
Editor's comment: Network connections
With rumours buzzing round the market about the nature of the fall out between Aviva and Broker Network, there have been inevitable suggestions of a sign that insurers are giving further thought to the value derived from some networks.
Commission demands blamed for end of Aviva and Broker Network relationship
Rival networks have accused Broker Network of demanding excessive commissions and over-riders from insurers after its relationship with Aviva, as one of its preferred providers, came to an abrupt end.
Flood cover: Sink or swim?
The expiry of the Statement of Principles is a year away, and the industry is looking for a replacement to cover the impact of flooding. Two ideas have been floated, but which will sink and which will swim?
Post magazine - 14 June 2012
The latest issue of Post is now available to subscribers as a digital and interactive e-book.
ABI hits back following industry grilling over riot response
The ABI has moved to defend its members in the face of stinging criticism that the industry has taken too long to pay out on claims originating from riots last August.
CII centenary report points to insurance role in eco-issues
Insurance is likely to play a “key role” in the global environmental future according to the Chartered Insurance Institute, which has published the third in a series of new reports marking its centenary year.
Marsh issues warning over future D&O conditions
Buyers of directors and officers insurance have today been warned by Marsh to be on the lookout for a deterioration of favourable market conditions in the second half of the year.
Farr launches environmental impairment liability cover
Social housing market specialist Farr has unveiled an environmental impairment cover designed to protect against legal liability arising from contamination in or under land owned by clients.
Travelers considers stake in Esure
Travelers is reported to be in preliminary talks with Esure about buying a stake in the UK home and motor insurer.
Airmic 2012: Risk management crucial to M&A activity
Acquisition hungry firms can gain an edge if they effectively manage the inherent risks associated with the process, a joint Marsh and Airmic report has revealed.
MYI's Gillan appointed Insurance Institute of Manchester president
McLarens Young International executive director David Gillan has been named as president of the Insurance Institute of Manchester.
Irish broker claims telematics first
Autoline Insurance Group has claimed an insurance first for Irleand with a telematics proposition included in its insurance policy offering.
Airmic 2012: Marsh returns to Liverpool after six years
Marsh has re-established an insurance broking division in Liverpool six years after exiting the city.
Ferma reveals identity of board appointments
The Federation of European Risk Management Associations has elected three board members on new three-year terms.