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AIG's Baldwin on how the London Market should view Brexit
As Brexit discussions continue, Anthony Baldwin, CEO of AIG Europe and AIG UK, asks if the London Market should be die-hard Brexiteers, cautious optimists, accepting pragmatists or devastated pessimists.
Swinton reports a drop in pre-tax profit during 2016 financial year following 'strategic' transformation
Swinton has reported pre-tax profit of £11.5m in the financial year ending 31st December 2016, down from £15.9m in the same period last year.
This Week in Post: A new world of data awaits
I often find myself targeted by banner ads ranging from pizza takeaways, to – inexplicably - elderly toilet aids.
Downey replaces Hall as CUO for Pen
Tom Downey has been promoted to chief underwriting officer for Pen Underwriting, replacing Martin Hall.
Blog: Making cyber relevant
Neil Ross and Delvin Tillett, senior vice-president and assistant vice-president for underwriting at Axis Pro Europe, explain how insurers and underwriters can make cyber policies relevant in today's fast-moving business environment.
Police investigating fraud allegation following closure of Ipswich broker
Exclusive: Police are understood to be investigating an allegation of fraud, following broker Ignition Select entering administration.
Claims Club: Ogden rate change 'has triggered major underinsurance issue in liability cover'
The insurance industry is not doing enough to protect clients from underinsurance in liability claims as a result of the Ogden discount rate changes, the sector has been warned.
JRW Group eyes expansion as it rebrands as Ripe
The JRW Group has rebranded as Ripe, as the business seeks to expand into further niche lines.
LV reports £49m GI operating profit during H1 2017
LV has reported a strong growth in its general insurance operating profit which went up to £49m in the first half of 2017, compared to £22m in the same period last year.
Analysis: D&O and the rise in securities class actions
Securities class actions are on the increase as law firms target smaller companies and focus on litigation related to initial public offerings
UK General appoints Vicky Hodgson as COO
UK General has appointed Vicky Hodgson as chief operating officer.
Confused announces Louise O'Shea as CEO following Coriat's departure
Confused has hired Louise O’Shea as its new CEO, taking over from Martin Coriat following his departure from the company in July this year.
Sciemus to rebrand after securing investing partnership
Specialty Lloyd’s managing general agent Sciemus is set to rebrand after securing an investing partnership with HSCM Bermuda.
Moorhouse appoints Asif John as group director of pricing
Moorhouse Group, which consists of online brokers Construct a Quote, Black & White and Xbroker, has hired Asif John as group director of pricing, actuarial and analytics.
Government stands by level of broker regulation
The government has stood by the level of regulation levied on non-life insurance brokers in the UK.
Legal & General partners with SSP to provide quoting platform for home insurance
Legal & General has partnered with SSP to develop a quoting process which uses big data to provide customers with a home insurance quote in 90 seconds.
Marsh restructures global management
Broking giant Marsh has unveiled a new global management structure, including new appointments to its executive management team as part of a global management shake-up, effective immediately.
Interview: Wrisk co-founder Nigel Barton
Weeks away from launch, Wrisk co-founder Nigel Barton talks to Jonathan Swift about how his business hopes to change the insurance ‘dialogue’, the need for start-ups to forge partnerships with well-known brands, and why it is necessary for the UK to keep…
FSCS declares three insurance companies in default
The Financial Services Compensation Scheme has declared three insurance companies in default.
PIB buys childcare broker Morton Michel
PIB has acquired Croydon-based specialist broker Morton Michel, its tenth deal in 16 months.
Career File: Jon Cawley, NFU Mutual
Jon Cawley set to take head of claims role at NFU Mutual
Finch continues acquisition spree with fifth deal this year
Finch has made its fifth acquisition since being bought by Broker Network.
Editor's comment: Feel pride
Throughout the year at sports day, parent-teacher consultations, and music and dance recitals, I say to my son “as long as you try your best” no one can ask any more of you.
Interview: Meet the people making insurance more diverse
This month the Dive In festival returns, aiming to help insurance get fit for the future, highlighting the business case for diverse and inclusive workplaces and providing practical ideas and inspiration for how to bring about positive change. Post finds…