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Biba boss calls for FCA to target non-GI intermediaries
The British Insurance Brokers' Association has called for the incoming Financial Conduct Authority to target non-insurance intermediaries, not the industry's brokers, in order stamp out mis-selling scandals and protect customers.
Post magazine - 20 September 2012
The latest issue of Post is now available to subscribers as a digital and interactive e-book.
Cunningham Lindsey and Direct Group CEOs seek to finalise PE sales
Two former GAB Robins executives are close to finalising deals that would see the total or partial exit of two private equity houses from their current businesses.
Insurance Fraud Register to be accessible to life and Lloyd's markets
The Insurance Fraud Register is to be rolled out to the life insurance and Lloyd's markets once it is fully operational in the UK general insurance sector.
Alternative Business Structures: a blueprint for change?
Despite the possibilities presented by Alternative Business Structures, there has been only a muted response from the insurance industry thus far.
Interview: Andrew Miller - in the driving seat
As research director at Thatcham, Andrew Miller has an eye on the vehicles of the future. From autonomous emergency braking systems to driverless cars, he tells Post how new motoring technology can benefit insurers.
Aviva backs Allan & Thomas risk management offering
Dorset-based broker Alan & Thomas Insurance Group is to offer commercial clients free access to a range of risk management tools and services after teaming up with Aviva Risk Management Solutions.
Ace aquires Indonesian broker
Ace Group has acquired an 80% stake in PT Asuransi Jaya Proteksi.
RSA chooses Plus One for landlord cover
RSA has appointed service provider Plus One Services, part of Hood Group, to help deliver a residential landlords product.
MDS and Towers Watson JV to serve Portuguese clients
Professional services firm Towers Watson and Broker MDS have joined forces to establish a benefits brokerage consulting service in Portugal.
Weatherbys and Hamilton unveil specialist broker
Banking group Weatherbys has joined forces with insurance entrepreneur Charles Hamilton to launch high net worth intermediary Weatherbys Hamilton.
Europe eyes up captive insurance
Organisations in central and eastern Europe and additional emerging markets are keen to take advantage of risk management and risk financing solutions such as captive insurance companies, according to Aon.
Swiftcover posts £13m loss but GWP rises
Swiftcover Insurance Services found itself in the red in 2011 after posting a loss on ordinary activities before interest and taxation of £13.4m for the year ended 31 December 2011 compared with a profit of £932 000 in 2010.
William Russell launches UAE web portal
Expat insurance provider William Russell has launched a new website for clients in the United Arab Emirates.
Politics is a major risk for renewables sector, says Willis
Resource nationalism is threatening projects in the renewables sector, according to Willis' head of political and export risk Andrew Van den Born.
RSA pulls out of mid-market motor trade citing 'tough' market conditions
RSA has confirmed plans to exit the UK mid-market motor trade business by scrapping its Excelerator brand and selling off retail and wholesale intermediary business Fyfe Group.
Aro Underwriting unveils risk facility product
Aro Underwriting has launched a complex risk facility following its approval as a Lloyd's coverholder.
LV recruits former RBS head for IT role
LV has appointed Simon Aldred, pictured, as director of management information for its general insurance business.
DLG bosses to collect millions after IPO
Direct Line Group bosses are set to pocket millions of pounds in shares when the insurance asset floats on the London Stock Exchange.
Hastings to create 200 jobs
Hastings has unveiled plans to create 200 new posts in the next 12 months.
MGAA holds 'successful' capacity exchange
The inaugural Managing General Agents' Association capacity exchange has been hailed by insurers and MGAs alike as an effective way to identify and develop new products and schemes opportunities.
Bacon leaves Bowring Marsh
Marsh has appointed Andrew Chester as chief executive of Bowring Marsh, the firm's specialist international placement broking division.
LV unveils home insurance offering for BGL
LV Broker has rolled out its ABC home insurance product to BGL Group's Budget and Dial Direct customers.
Arista Insurance grows Thames Valley team
Caroline Hargreaves has been appointed as development underwriter to support brokers in the Thames Valley region.