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Price Forbes launches security risks practice
The Ardonagh Group’s Price Forbes has launched a security risks practice, as JLT staff move to the broker.
CMA price cap proposals could put pressure on 'weak profitability' in insurance
A proposal by the Competition and Markets Authority to place targeted price caps could change pricing and marketing models and put pressure on profitability in the insurance sector, Fitch Ratings has warned.
EQL launches digital physiotherapist tool
Start-up EQL has launched a 'digital physiotherapist' tool it hopes will fast-track patient care.
Brexit: UK motorists unlikely to get compensation from hit and runs in France
Exclusive: Motorists driving in France will not be able to claim compensation if they are struck by an uninsured or untraced vehicle after Brexit.
Axa’s David Williams to discuss the future of mobility on latest Post webinar
The best minds in motor insurance are already grappling with how to manage the new risks that come from evolving automotive technologies – from connected and electrified vehicles to full-blown autonomous motoring.
GRP's County Group buys Stoke broker
GRP-owned County Group has acquired Stoke-based broker Eric Rawlins & Company, which specialises in contractors, property owners, business and fleet risks.
FCA warns of unauthorised motor broker
An unauthorised car insurance broker has been targeting customers in the UK, the regulator has warned.
Video: Data from motor crashes will help reduce fraudulent claims
Exclusive: Damage analysis from dozens of high speed car crashes could help traffic investigators spot fraudulent traffic collisions.
Lloyd's assembles industry leaders to guide modernising efforts
Lloyd’s of London has established two advisory committees featuring prominent industry figures to support its ongoing modernising strategy.
Seventeen Group buys Essex broker
Seventeen Group has bought Essex-based broker Graybrook, for an undisclosed sum.
ERS to launch underwriting academy in Swansea
Specialist motor insurer ERS will open an underwriting academy in its Swansea office.
Tokio Marine Kiln Insurance to enter run-off next month
Tokio Marine Kiln Insurance will enter run off, as the group refocuses its UK business on Lloyd’s.
Ecclesiastical warns of 27% surge in claims following £225,000 church roof theft
Ecclesiastical has warned of a surge in large-scale metal thefts from churches, following a major £225,000 theft from a church in Hertfordshire.
The Post Claims Awards 2019: Full list of winners
Who won what at last night's Post Claims Awards?
Direct Line motor head warns of 'dangerous' autonomous vehicle tipping point
The tipping point between level two and level three automation is a potentially dangerous place, according to the head of motor at Direct Line.
Zurich and Travelers discuss digital hype and legacy benefits in new Post webinar
Given the hype around digital you might be excused for thinking that you need to re-platform everything, rip out what you currently have - and start again - to remain relevant in the modern insurance market.
Ardonagh boss joins Nexus group
Marc van der Veer has joined Nexus Group as CEO of European Ventures.
Insurers must work with the repairer sector to keep it from 'dying on its feet'
Motor insurers, manufacturers and repairers must tackle their “dysfunctional relationship” and work together if the sector is to remain relevant with increased technology being added to vehicles.
Insurers need to raise awareness on keyless car thefts
Insurers and manufactures have to educate customers on the risks of keyless car thefts, a conference heard.
Zurich UK CEO: Ban hands free phone use in vehicles
Strict laws to prevent drivers using mobile phones – even hands free – would have the biggest impact on vehicle collision numbers, the Zurich UK CEO told Post's Motor Insurance World event last week.
Insurers could face fines under plans to tackle dual pricing 'rip-off'
The Competition and Markets Authority could be given the power to impose fines on companies in breach of consumer law without going to court, under government proposals announced today.
Zego raises $42m in latest funding round
Zego has raised $42m (£33.52m) in a series B funding round led by Target Global, to fund its European expansion.
Fidelis investor takes majority stake in April
Private equity investor Andromeda has gained regulatory approval to take a majority stake in French health insurer April, which saw its UK arm pull out from the private medical market last year.
Axa XL appoints Christopher Read as COO
Christopher Read has been appointed as Axa XL’s UK chief operating officer, joining from EY, where he was an associate partner.