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Aviva UK GI book shrinks by over £1.1bn in 2009
Aviva UK's general insurance operating result fell to £520m (2008: £642m) in 2009. Its combined operating ratio remained static at 99%.
Aviva UK GI book shrinks by over £1.1bn in 2009
Aviva UK's general insurance operating result fell to £520m (2008: £642m) in 2009. Its combined operating ratio remained static at 99%.
Penny black's insurance week
Penny was fortunate to go along with a host of insurers and brokers to the Prince's Trust Celebrate Success Awards at The Odeon Leicester Square this week, as part of its Insurance Leadership Group.
Broker Technology - Motor: Making IT accurate
The British Insurance Brokers' Association is urging its members to sign up to DVLA vehicle registration validation technology. Stephanie Denton looks at why 80% of regional brokers don't use it.
Broker Focus - International Networks: Rings around the world
Joining an international network can bring huge advantages for a UK-based broker. Rachel Gordon reports on the benefits involved.
Professionalism: Aldermanbury Declaration - Something to declare
The Aldermanbury Declaration sets out some ambitious proposals. Lynn Rouse reports on the ideas put forward and details the task force's vision for 2013.
Election 2010: Interview - Stewart Hosie MP, the SNP
In the second of Post's six-part profile on all the major parties, Jonathan Swift talks to MP Stewart Hosie, the SNP spokesman on finance and Treasury matters, about the party's plans and priorities.
CFC and Crawford link up for claims admin
CFC Underwriting and Crawford & Company have formed a strategic partnership to deliver a claims administration interface for CFC's brokers and its clients.
Biba looks to reintroduce midwife cover
The British Insurance Brokers' Association is poised to enter talks with the three members of its professional indemnity broker panel to reintroduce cover for independent midwives.
Alway: SBJ experience makes Capital Z a good investor
Jelf has outlined plans to use funds from its share issue and a new debt facility to fund a renewed acquisition drive.
Howden seeks Oval or HSBC-sized broker takeover move
Howden is on the lookout for a "sizeable" acquisition, comparable to HSBC Insurance Brokers and Oval, to enable it to compete as a retail broker in the UK market.
Ex-Towergate boss to target US market
British Insurance founder Simon Burgess has left the Towergate-owned company to set up an income protection insurance firm in the US.
Industry challenged to meet 2013 deadline
By December 2013, every single UK broker and insurer will exceed a minimum threshold in terms of the number of their staff qualified to advanced diploma level. That is the vision of the Insurance Profession Task Force that has today unveiled the…
Former NIG manager joins Arista
Commercial lines underwriter Arista Insurance has appointed Neil Wormald as broker development manager for the North East.
View from the top: Election outcomes
With opinion polls suggesting the margin has narrowed to as little as 7% between the Conservatives and the Labour Party, all eyes are on the coming general election.
Editor's comment: A declaration of intent
The unveiling of the Aldermanbury Declaration could mark a turning point for the insurance sector.
AI Claims wins "significant" intermediary deal
Credit hire firm AI Claims reported revenue increased by 59% to £38.2m (2008: £24.0m) for the six months ended 31 December 2009. Its EBITDA increased by 26% to £1.548m (2008: £1.225m) and adjusted profit before tax increased by 27% to £906k before IFRS 2…
Oval appointed to global broker network
Broker appointed to Wells Fargo Global Broker Network
Miller continues treaty expansion with Aon Benfield appointment
Miller has appointed of Jeremy Mander to its treaty reinsurance accident and health team.
Aon in acquisition talks in Italy
Italian paper reports that Aon are looking to expand its business in the region through acquisitions.
Aon in acquisition talks in Italy
Italian paper reports that Aon are looking to expand its business in the region through acquisitions.
JLT restructures UK business to capitalise on new MGA unit
News comes as broker reported a 14% rise in fees and commissions to £612.9m (2008: £536.1m) and a 28% jump in underlying profit excluding exceptional items to £97.1m (2008: £76.2m).
JLT restructures UK business to capitalise on new MGA unit
News comes as broker reported a 14% rise in fees and commissions to £612.9m (2008: £536.1m) and a 28% jump in underlying profit excluding exceptional items to £97.1m (2008: £76.2m).
Post in print - 25 March issue
Dan Dunkley outlines the major news headlines from this week's issue of Post, including CGS founders considering start-up, MMA to open three new branches, Medicals Direct targeting £40m turnover, Oval's purchase of JL Fisher and Junction seeking new…