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Mobile phone insurance 'unnecessary', says Virgin Media survey
Virgin Media director of mobile Jamie Heywood has challenged the mobile industry to highlight the importance of insurance following a "shocking" survey which found that 72% of those polled are not insuring their phones.
Xchanging makes sales hire as part of North America push
Xchanging has appointed Jenna Fontaine as director of sales for the firm's North American operation to engage with new and existing customers and drive growth.
'Modest recovery' on the horizon for brokers globally
The outlook for the global insurance brokerage sector remains stable, underpinned by expectations for a modest economic recovery in 2012-2013, Moody's said in its recent Global Insurance Brokerage Outlook.
NIG reports 103% combined ratio and £494m income in 2011
Annual results for NIG for 2011 have revealed that net earned premium revenue fell by £235.8m to £413.1m compared with 2010.
CFC boss targets UK focus and management liability push
CFC Underwriting will look to "break out of its comfort zone" and concentrate on becoming a full service provider with a renewed focus on bolstering its management liability offering.
Jubilee takes plunge into motor dealer market in RAC partnership
Jubilee has been appointed underwriter for a range of new products for the RAC, the first of which is a combined tyre and alloy wheel and minor accidental damage cover.
Axa Assistance UK promotes Sharon Scully to deputy CEO
Axa Assistance UK has appointed property and legal CFO Sharon Scully as deputy chief executive as part of a drive towards future expansion.
ABI backs Home Office decision to omit industry from Equality Act
The Association of British Insurers has thrown its support behind a Home Office announcement that imminent discrimination laws will not apply to the insurance industry.
Your say: The loss of loss adjusters
In the immortal words of George Harrison, "All things must pass." Loss adjusters included, says Dr Paul Greenaway.
Property claims: Insurers must prepare evidence for court correctly
Fraudsters are wriggling out of criminal charges because insurers fail to provide courts with the necessary evidence, a legal expert has warned.
Property claims: Business Sprinkler Alliance praises Wales for new law
Business Sprinkler Alliance chairman Iain Cox has praised the Welsh Assembly's decision to propose legislation ensuring that all new-build homes in the principality are fitted with sprinklers.
Claims bosses urge insurers to develop integrated localised flood response
Flooding in areas of the UK previously considered low risk has led claims bosses to urge insurers to concentrate on developing an integrated localised flood response, while arguments over a collaborative risk transfer solution rumble on.
Giles raids rival firms for big hitters to drive organic growth
Brendan McManus has vowed to transform Giles into a "recruitment machine" in a bid to support organic growth and clear the way for niche acquisition opportunities.
Market moves: A busy week in recruitment
The insurance industry enjoyed a busy week in recruitment, and brokers were the main movers and shakers as Marsh UK & Ireland welcomed a new chief executive and Giles named a new COO.
Claims Awards 2012: The winners
A full list of the winners and runners up at the 2012 Claims Awards.
Claims Awards 2012: Opening address - Claims Club chairman Jonathan Swift
Introducing the 2012 Claims Awards, Claims Club chairman Jonathan Swift made a point of reminding the attendees how quickly the sector moves, and yet how adaptable companies have been in the face of these challenges.
Whiplash diagnosis: Not just a matter of opinion
Medical experts are not 'hoodwinked' by fraudulent claimants - clinical experience counts, says Donald Fowler.
View from the top: A chance to conquer Europe?
Despite high-profile withdrawals, the aggregator market in continental Europe remains full of potential, says Matthew Donaldson.
Managing general agents: A surge in popularity
Managing general agents are certainly on trend and increasing their interaction with insurers but, with some companies still suspicious of their value, will their popularity last?
View from the top: Lay claim to the client experience
As the trials and tribulations in the Eurozone and UK economy continue, it is all too easy for business owners to trim discretionary budgets to deliver their financial objectives, says Phil Barton.
View from the top: Righting wrongs in the motor market
Legislative change should require the 'non-fault' party to notify the 'at-fault' insurer simultaneously, says David McMillan.
Property claims: Long-term fix for UK flood may be a compromise
The expiration of the Statement of Principles has been described as the "end of the temporary sticking plaster" by Zurich property claims director Jon Cawley, who has argued that the solution to flood risk cover is a combination of current industry and…
Property claims: Customers must be educated about escape of water
Insurers should make consumers aware that they have a responsibility to prevent escape of water, rather than assuming that all leakage issues should be handled by their provider.
Equity renews motor insurance deal with HSBC's First Direct
Equity Insurance Partnerships has extended its affinity insurance partnership with First Direct, the banking brand which is a member of HSBC Group.