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Insurance Mediation Directive II: Broking new ground
The European Commission's controversial Insurance Mediation Directive II proposals are aimed at unifying the sale of cover across the continent and increasing consumer protection. But how have the recommendations been received by the broking and buying…
Interview: Jelf’s Phil Barton - shooting to success
Phil Barton's football career was cruelly cut short, but that didn't stop him reaching the insurance big league. The Jelf insurance chief executive explains how, in the past two years, his tactics have transformed the firm, and outlines his goals for…
No compensation for 3000 asbestos victims not included in new scheme
A new insurer-funded government compensation scheme for mesothelioma victims has been criticised for excluding sufferers of other asbestos-related diseases who might have received financial support under the shelved Employers’ Liability Insurance Bureau.
Music mogul recruits expert team for insurance industry ‘game-changer’
A music industry executive who signed rock band The Killers has set his sights on cornering the insurance market by using digital technology to sell and promote personal and commercial products through social media.
Heath Lambert integration costs fail to halt Gallagher growth momentum
Arthur J Gallagher has chalked up a strong first half to the year, despite the continued Heath Lambert integration costing the business $3.3m (£2.1m) in H1 2012 - a $1.5m rise on the same period last year.
IAIS methodology consultation sparks Insurance Europe 'regrets'
Insurance Europe has responded to the consultation by the International Association of Insurance Supervisors on its proposed methodology for identifying global systemically important insurers.
Garwyn oil and gas expert Baillie joins Argent Liability Adjusters
Argent Liability Adjusters has recruited Allan Baillie, Garwyn expert in the onshore and offshore oil and gas sector, to the firm's Glasgow office.
Aon extends Manchester United sponsor deal
Aon is to maintain its relationship with Manchester United by becoming title sponsor of the club's business-to-business network and community engagement programmes from 2014.
Canopius primed for Bermuda departure amid Tower merger
Canopius will exit its existing Bermuda reinsurance operations after New York-listed Tower Group exercised its option to merge.
Aviva to recognise 'growing trend' by underwriting pet insurance
Aviva will underwrite its own pet insurance from tomorrow, in a move bosses claim recognises a growing trend among the UK's 15 million cat and dog owners.
JLT bolsters board with new executive hires
Jardine Lloyd Thompson has appointed Mike Reynolds as finance director and James Twining as group commercial director.
BGL recruits new Fusion contact centre manager
BGL Group's Fusion Contact Centre Services business has appointed Jane Alexander as contact centre manager.
Willis opens super-yacht office in Barcelona
Willis Group Holdings is opening a new super-yacht insurance broking office at the prestigious MB92 shipyard in Barcelona.
Willis opens Spanish super-yacht broker
Willis Group Holdings has outlined plans to open a super-yacht insurance broking office in Barcelona.
Court of Appeal general damages clarification fails to appease Apil
The Court of Appeal has handed down a judgment confirming a 10% increase in general damages in most civil cases where judgment is given after 1 April 2013.
RAC to carry out risk management programme for NAAFI fleet
UK armed forces retail, catering and leisure services provider NAAFI has appointed RAC Risk Management to carry out a complete fleet risk management programme.
Biba turnover jumps to £3.2m in 2011
The British Insurance Brokers' Association posted turnover of £3.2m for 2011, an increase of 14% on 2010.
FSA clampdown on packaged deals gains support from industry player
Lifestyle Services Group director Andy Morris has hailed the Financial Services Authority's crackdown on packaged bank accounts as "a positive step for the insurance industry".
LV profit stable while GWP rises 6%
LV's general insurance business has reported 6% growth in gross written premium income to £747m (H1 2011: £704m) in the first half of the year.
Motor claims solutions provider signs technology deal with Groupama
Audatex UK has agreed to work in partnership with Groupama Insurances to implement a web-based technology platform designed to improve the company's motor claims processes.
Trio jailed after attempting to defraud Havering Council
Three fraudsters who attempted to con Havering Council out of an estimated £100 000 have received combined custodial sentences totalling seven months.
FSA tightens grip on package deals offered by banks
The Financial Services Authority has published new rules today requiring banks and building societies to check whether customers are eligible to claim on insurance cover before selling them a packaged bank account.
Aon profits fall 4% at the half year to $503m
Aon has reported that total revenue for the six months ended 30 June 2012 grew 2% to $5.66bn (H1 2011: $5.57).
Harrison takes EMEA role at Towers Watson
Global professional services company Towers Watson has appointed Keith Harrison to head up its reinsurance brokerage business in the Europe, Middle East and Africa region, following the appointment of his predecessor, Ross Howard, as global leader of its…