Broker
Interview: Patrick Chan, Nova Insurance
Having worked in the Hong Kong, Asia and global markets for more than two decades, Nova Insurance's Patrick Chan is one of the most knowledgable and well-known brokers in the area, as Andrew Tjaardstra found out when they met at Post HQ.
Celebrity Endorsements: All that glitters
What happens when the actions of a company’s celebrity endorser bring a campaign to its knees?
C-suite - Insurer: The balance of responsibility
Key changes will need to be made by insurers and brokers due to the Insurance Act 2015, says Jeremy Miles Chubb UK & Ireland manager.
Willis Northern Ireland MD Workman departs
Willis Northern Ireland managing director David Workman has stepped down after 28 years at the broker, Post understands.
Cyber veteran Milner joins Miller
Simon Milner has joined global broker Miller to help grow its cyber book.
Towergate receives court sanction for schemes of arrangement
Towergate Group's restructuring is one step closer to becoming effective with the schemes of arrangement being sanctioned by the High Court today.
Judge approves speedy July trial for Gallagher action
In a public hearing today at The Royal Courts of Justice Mr Justice Edis agreed to a speedy trial for the Gallagher action involving all three defendants in the window commencing 13 - 17 July.
RKH celebrates 15th consecutive year of profit rises
Broker RKH has posted increased revenue and underlying profits for 2014, the 15th year in a row that it has reported such increases.
Quiz of the week
How well do you know what happened in the world of insurance this week? Test your knowledge of the week's news with Post's coffee break quiz.
BMAL chairman Soames steps down
Jeremy Soames has stepped down as chairman of Barbican Managing Agency after five years in the role.
Gallagher pursues action against Ross, Mugge and Keey
Arthur J Gallagher is taking legal action against former Gallagher International CEO David Ross.
Roughead named Ellis Clowes CEO
Ellis Clowes, the specialist Lloyd's of London insurance broker, has appointed Ann Roughead to its board as CEO for the group.
Gumtree ghost broker jailed for two years
A car rental firm owner who made £65,000 selling invalid motor insurance was jailed today for two years at the Old Bailey (26 March).
Heritage Insurance granted Lloyd's registered broker status
Heritage Insurance has been granted Lloyd's registered broker status; a move that allows Heritage Insurance Solutions, the Financial Conduct Authority-regulated arm of Guernsey-headquartered Heritage Group, to place business directly with Lloyd's…
FCA funding requirement increases 8.4%
The Financial Conduct Authority's annual funding requirement has increased by 8.4% to £481.6m for the year 2015/16.
Devon-based Pavey Group buys Exeter broker
Devon-based Pavey Group has acquired broker Buddens Westinsure to expand its operations in Exeter.
AA refuses to rule out Gibraltar for "well advanced" new insurer launch plan
The AA is “well advanced” in its plans to launch a new insurance company vehicle to quote on its broker panel for motor insurance, with a launch expected within months.
Ageas promotes Middle to head up retail division
Ageas Retail’s Partnership director Ant Middle has been appointed as CEO of Ageas Retail.
DfT and industry players discuss scope of Vnuk legislation
Industry leaders are working with the Department for Transport to determine if certain vehicle classes should be taken out of European Union legislation that expands the requirement for motor insurance, amid fears of a future claims influx.
Insurance Census - Ethnicity: Minority report
In the final part of the Insurance Census, Post looks at ethnic diversity in the insurance industry – and how the sector can improve.
AA calls for government to back Ifed expansion amid increased CMC activity
Nearly two thirds of UK motorists have been cold-called by claims management companies in the past year, with 36% contacted more than 10 times, according to research conducted by AA Insurance.
Penny Black's insurance week - 24 March
There was much talk about the imminent arrival of driverless cars at Post's Motor Claims 2015 event, but those dedicated visitors who stayed until the penultimate session of the day - such as Penny, a keen motorist who is often found pootling around town…
Catlin to underwrite product for flood insurance excesses up to £50k
Third party administrator Advent Solutions Management and Policy Excess have teamed up to provide homeowners with properties in high flood risk areas with a product that insures against hefty flood excesses.
Biba and Integritas launch broker funding facility
British Insurance Brokers’ Association members can receive advice, and access to funding through a new funding facility launched in conjunction with Integritas.