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We Go Look co-founder steps down from CEO role
Exclusive: We Go Look co-founder Robin Roberson (formerly Smith) has left her role as CEO of the company.
Research: What is shaping the motor market?
In Post's first research project of 2019 we'll be looking at all the factors that are shaping the motor insurance market.
This week in Post: No done deal
Post journalists and broking stalwarts found themselves in the Houses of Parliament this week, on the day that Prime Minister Theresa May’s Brexit deal suffered an historic defeat.
Insurers issue no-deal Brexit warning over Green Cards
Motorists from Northern Ireland will have to secure a Green Card from their insurer if they wish to cross the border into Ireland, if there is a no-deal Brexit.
Bupa's Alex Perry on life after cancer
Survival rates for those diagnosed with cancer are improving and many are keen to work. Alex Perry, CEO of Bupa UK Insurance, explains how insurers can help employers support this
Accident Exchange rebrand after return to profitability
Accident management and credit hire group, Accident Exchange has rebranded as AX, after the group returned to profitability in 2018.
Rising star: Michael Hearty, Auger
With the experience of a work placement in Malaysia, Michael Hearty joined the insurance industry with Auger and is already external operations manager
Child sexual abuse claims on the rise
Exclusive: Insurers are identifying a rising trend in child sexual abuse claims.
MIB places jobs under review amid wider restructure
Exclusive: The Motor Insurers' Bureau has placed a number of jobs under review amid a wide-ranging restructure of the organisation.
Nigel Minett to retire from McLarens Aviation
Trehane Oliver will succeed Nigel Minett as managing director of McLarens Aviation.
Analysis: Will BA data breach open floodgates for future data group actions?
The British Airways data breach is the first major case since the General Data Protection Regulation became law. With the firm facing group legal action and the Information Commissioner’s Office testing its teeth for the first time, what might this mean…
Month in Post: Do insurers dream of Brexit?
We may not have flying cars, humanoid robots and exaggerated shoulder pads, but there is every reason to believe that the 2019 predicted by 80s film Blade Runner, looks very slightly dystopian.
Gable disputes £8.8m worth of claims in bankruptcy hearing
Failed unrated insurer Gable has disputed 100 claims totaling CHF 10.9m (£8.8m) in its first bankruptcy court hearing.
FCA sets March deadline for CMC permissions
The Financial Conduct Authority has invited claims management to register for temporary permission to continue operating once the sector enters the financial regulator’s remit later this year.
Analysis: Is the industry prepared if the UK is hit with Brexit riots this year?
Legislation introduced in the wake of 2011 riots aims to simplify claims handling
Analysis: Jumping into 2019
2019 is sure to be mostly about Brexit but, as Sam Barrett explains, there will be other challenges and opportunities for insurers as well
Blog: Tackling theft
High-tech and more traditional theft is on the up, so understanding the latest trends is an important step in tackling it, according to Neil Clutterbuck, chief underwriting officer at Allianz Insurance.
Blog: Getting to grips with the quote manipulation data to combat fraud
Quote manipulation has become a growing challenge for insurers. In a two-part series, CDL partnerships director Nick Jackson takes a look at insights drawn from its data to examine how this information is being used to identify and combat fraud.
Blog: The future landscape for AI claims around the world
Governments around the world are looking to regulate artificial intelligence and as Lee Gluyas, partner, and Stefanie Day, associate with law firm CMS, explain those that get there first will be the ones to benefit.
Horizon Insurance declared in default
Gibraltar-based Horizon Insurance has been declared in default by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme.
The Civil Liability Bill receives Royal Assent
The Civil Liability Bill, which aims to transform Britain’s motor compensation culture to create a fairer system for insurance customers and claimants alike, has received Royal Assent today and is now part of UK law.
‘Heartless’ insurance fraudster who made false Grenfell, Manchester Arena bombing and London Bridge terror attack claims jailed
A woman who made more than 50 fraudulent claims, including some involving the Grenfell Tower fire, Manchester Arena bombing and London Bridge terror attack, has been handed a jail sentence.
Government pushes for further reforms following Grenfell Tower disaster
The government has outlined plans that will see it commit to reforms over the coming years, following the tragic Grenfell Tower fire.
Aviva's Maurice Tulloch on leading the way in prevention
Climate change means extreme weather events are only going to become more frequent. Maurice Tulloch, CEO international insurance, explains how the insurance industry can lead the way in prevention.