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Industry relief as plans to reform VAT exemption dropped
The European Union's decision to drop its planned reform of the Europe-wide VAT exemption of insurance and other financial services should be a relief to UK insurers and brokers.
Career development & CSR news: 'Superb' broker duo scoops top claims service accolade
Two claims handlers at Stirling-based broker Denis O Brown & Associates have been jointly honoured with an award for their customer service and professionalism.
Law reports: Liquidated damages clause not a penalty for equal parties
This law report has been contributed by national law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
View from the top: Accentuate the positive
Simply put, the public doesn't trust insurers. The industry has to improve the way it handles claims to overcome its bad image.
Law report: Judicial uncertainty leads to strike-out application dismissal
This law report has been contributed by national law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Legal update - Occupiers' liability: No respite for the reckless
Various judgments over the past six years have laid the foundation for courts to back the coalition government's conviction that the state and private land owners should not be held responsible for the reckless risk taking of individuals while on their…
Comment - flooding: Passing the buck on floods
There is demonstrable lack of interest on all sides when it comes to improving buildings' flood defences and risk profiles. The industry, government and homeowners all need to work together, argues David Walker.
Rok closure could boost small contractors
The fall-out from the closure of Rok's maintenance business could lead insurers to turn to smaller building repairers in the future, according to one such firm.
Once-in-a-decade op
The consultation into the implementation of Lord Justice Jackson's proposals is the best window of opportunity the industry has had for more than 10 years to influence change.
Frost vows to stabilise prices following DAS losses
Recently appointed DAS head of underwriting Matt Frost has vowed to stabilise prices in a bid to revive the fortunes of the legal expenses insurer.
Law report: Limit to damages claim enforced to avoid conflict of council care duties
This law report has been contributed by national law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Interview - Wayne Felton: Building interest
If building firm Mitie's entrance into the insurance repair market had not caused enough stir, the decision of its largest rival, Rok, to enter administration has raised even more interest in Mitie's plans. Leigh Jackson met the firm's property solutions…
PSTF: Senior execs at IT turning point
Jem Eskenazi, chief information officer at Groupama, told delegates the advent of technology in the insurance market was "nothing new", but added senior management are more receptive than ever to embrace technology.
Personal injury - Government reform: How far will they go?
With Lord Jackson's and Lord Young's reports both being delivered in close succession, the question is now whether or not the government has the appetite to deliver change to the personal injury space with some or all of the recommendations being…
Penny Black's insurance week
Penny dragged her aching bones off to the world-famous Pineapple Dance Studios in London's Covent Garden for a spot of Latin dancing with the ladies of SSP and a select few from the insurance sorority.
Comment - redundancy: Old skills, new start
Being made redundant when you've been working in an industry for several decades is tougher than when just starting out. Trevor Brittain offers sage advice about exploring new avenues after finding himself in such a situation.
Post Magazine – 18 November 2010
The latest issue of Post magazine is now available to subscribers as a digital and interactive e-book.
Ageas contacts customers over Rok closure
Ageas has contacted policyholders affected by the closure of Rok’s maintenance division to provide alternative suppliers from its repair panel.
Fraudsters offer fake jobs at Lloyd's
Lloyd’s has issued a warning to job seekers after falling victim to a recruitment scam in which candidates are understood to have been asked to provide a fee in some cases.
Fraudsters offer fake jobs at Lloyd's
Lloyd’s has issued a warning to job seekers after falling victim to a recruitment scam in which candidates are understood to have been asked to provide a fee in some cases.
Ghost broking trio charged with fraud
Three people suspected of acting as illegal insurance intermediaries - or ‘ghost brokers’ - have been charged with fraud.
Iprism valued at £50m as PE firm takes a stake - Post in print: 18 November 2010
Reporter Amy Ellis outlines the main news from this week's issue of Post, including how backing from a PE firm has led to Iprism being valued at £50m; Zurich coming under fire for 'bungled' staff consultation; Allianz's Andrew Torrance bemoaning new…
Iprism valued at £50m as PE firm takes a stake - Post in print: 18 November 2010
Reporter Amy Ellis outlines the main news from this week's issue of Post, including how backing from a PE firm has led to Iprism being valued at £50m; Zurich coming under fire for 'bungled' staff consultation; Allianz's Andrew Torrance bemoaning new…
ABI offers flood advice to households
The Association of British Insurers has issued advice to people who have been flooded following heavy rainfall in Cornwall.