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SMEs ignoring legal risks
Small companies risk going out of business if they continue to ignore the risks of legal action, First Assist Legal Protection has claimed.
Lloyd’s chairman awarded for service to Spanish broking
Lord Levene has received the "The Roberto Hertogs Award" in Madrid in recognition of service to the Spanish broking community.
Aviva UK GI CEO McMillan backs “life heavyweight” Matthews to manage GI responsibilities
Aviva UK general insurance chief executive David McMillan has insisted the appointment of “life insurance heavyweight” Trevor Matthews to replace the outgoing Mark Hodges as UK CEO will not impact the firm’s ability to serve general insurance customers.
Homer to step down in October as Hodges joins Towergate
Towergate Chairman Alastair Lyons has confirmed that subject to FSA approval, Mark Hodges, currently executive director and UK chief executive officer of Aviva plc will join the broker to replace Andy Homer.
Towergate appoints Mark Hodges as group CEO
Aviva plc has announced Mark Hodges, UK CEO will leave the business to join Towergate.
Broker Assistance unveils new online system
North West-based motor claims and legal expenses insurance provider Broker Assistance has begun rolling out an enhanced on-line service system for new and existing customers.
Post Blog: History repeating itself - a tale of two Towergates
Having been rebuffed a fortnight ago when inquring about whether Aviva UK CEO Mark Hodges was jumping ship to join Towergate as group CEO, the Post news desk was not exactly surprised when he was unveiled as Andy Homer's successor today.
Westinsure launches SME initiative
Broker network Westinsure has launched an initiative to create a range of SME deals exclusively designed for its members, providing a combination of bespoke policy wordings, tailored service proposition and competitive ratings.
Post history - 20 years ago: Employment figures drop in insurance
Looking back through Post's back catalogue paints a unique picture of more than 150 years of insurance news, as this article from 20 years ago reveals.
CSR news: Brunel hits zero-carbon goal in green campaign
Brunel Professional Risks has upped its environmental credentials by achieving zero-carbon status, and claims to be the first specialist professional indemnity broker verified by clean planet trust Pure to have done so.
CSR news: Lockton aims high for charity
Lockton's real estate & construction team's inaugural clay pigeon shoot has raised £5000 for its charity of the year, Macmillan Cancer Support. The shoot, which was sponsored by Amlin Insurance and held at Holland & Holland's shooting ground, has taken…
CSR news: Welsh broker chooses volunteering partner
Antur Insurance's employees have teamed up with Cancer Research Wales to volunteer at various events and stores run by the charity as part of the Welsh broker's 10th anniversary celebrations.
Large corporate risks - Global compliance: Could a central rules database help?
The global insurance compliance headache for large corporates operating in multiple jurisdictions is only intensifying. Veronica Cowan explores if and how a central rules database could help.
Towergate splits retail into three in internal shuffle
Towergate Broking has revealed a revised internal structure to staff, splitting its retail division into three key areas, Post has learnt.
Towergate 'misleading' employment tribunal, says counsel
The long-running employment dispute between Towergate and two former members of staff now working for rival Hendersons could be concluded in November, a full year after the employment tribunal began to hear the case, Post has learnt.
PSTF: Cloudy issue
The cloud computing industry needs to put the elephant in the room to bed over security issues.
Property claims: Sustainable claims cost fears allayed by scheme
The insurance industry is set to introduce a new sustainability scheme, measuring the carbon output of the claims process.
Property claims: Marsh admits to 'red flag' concerns
Insurance broker Marsh warned that policyholders are still failing to buy sufficient indemnity periods as part of their business interruption cover.
Post history - five years ago: Broker guilty of selling illicit policies
Looking back through Post's back catalogue paints a unique picture of more than 150 years of insurance news, as this article from five years ago reveals.
PSTF: Key to improved customer service held by technology chiefs
Chief information officers and chief technology officers are poised to become the real heroes in the drive to provide customers with the products and services they desire from insurers.
Technology - Mobile apps: The age of the app
App fever is infiltrating every aspect of our lives — and the insurance industry is no exception — but while the benefits a quality app can bring are undeniable, there are a number of pitfalls to avoid, says Ian Singer.
Allianz confident over conversions
Allianz is targeting 200 brokers with its new add-on product, Pro Motor Rescue, predicting a conversion rate of between 15% and 20% on participating brokers' entire motor books.
Post history - 50 years ago: Move to new chambers for broker body
Looking back through Post's back catalogue paints a unique picture of more than 150 years of insurance news, as this highlight from 50 years ago reveals.