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Lockton picks Guiney to run new operation in Manchester
Lockton is setting up a Lloyd's & London Market operation in Manchester, to be led by Tracey Guiney, in a bid to broaden its access to the facility for brokers outside the capital.
AA highlights 'preventable tragedies' as young drivers take to the roads
A survey of 14000 motorists who have been involved in an accident found that new drivers are most at risk on the roads in the first six months after passing their test.
Beazley boss eyes further growth after 'strong' start to 2012
Beazley chief executive Andrew Horton is predicting further profitable growth in the second half of 2012, after this morning revealing a gross written premium rise of 10% on last year.
Olympics Countdown: Clear and present danger
With the Olympic Games only seven days away officials cannot afford to be complacent about the threat of terrorism, Gordon Woo says.
Post Blog: Putting the brake on road accidents
With fatal road accidents on the increase should the insurance industry make better use of technology to improve safety? Kevin Kiernan explains.
Berry Palmer & Lyle opens in Singapore
Political risk broker Berry Palmer & Lyle has opened a second Asian subsidiary following the launch of a Hong Kong branch in early 2011.
AA adds voice to calls for flood insurance solution
AA Insurance has backed the Local Government Association's urgent calls for the insurance industry and government to agree a solution on the provision of flood insurance following the expiry of the Statement of Principles next summer.
Rumours of Solvency II M&A greatly exaggerated
Solvency II will not result in market consolidation, at least not in the near term, according to Ovum's senior analyst for insurance technology.
Generali and Allianz among downgraded Italian insurers
Moody's Investors Service has downgraded three Italian insurers in reflection of the Italian sovereign’s weakening credit worthiness.
Aria Assistance swoops for POH one month after MBO
Aria Assistance has underlined its commitment to the occupational health services sector with the acquisition of Premier Occupational Healthcare.
Travel cancellation insurance must be opt-in, ECJ rules
Online travel agents can no longer automatically include travel cancellation insurance in the price of plane tickets bought on the internet, following a ruling by the European Court of Justice.
Chinese fraud poll
Is insurance fraud as much a problem in China as it is in some parts of Europe?
Amanda Blanc elected CII president
Axa commercial lines chief executive Amanda Blanc has been elected as the Chartered Insurance Institute's 116th president, following yesterday's annual general meeting.
Risk from traditional reinsurance not systemic, IAIS says
Traditional reinsurance is unlikely to cause, or amplify, systemic risk, according to the International Association of Insurance Supervisors.
Management merry-go-round at Hiscox leaves CEO 'excited'
Hiscox has completed a string of senior appointments, bringing on board Bob Thaker as head of UK claims, Penny Shaw as chief risk officer and Joanne Musselle as chief underwriting officer for UK and Ireland.
Capacity providers to enable Synergy product expansion
Synergy Insurance Services is expanding its product range having secured new capacity providers in the form of Ironshore Europe and Equity Red Star.
GWP for Chinese insurers up nearly 6% in H1
China's insurance companies posted 5.9% premium growth in the first half of 2012, statistics released by the country's insurance regulator showed.
Amlin targets US casualty reinsurance risk
Amlin is launching a casualty reinsurance operation in the US with a focus on general and professional liability.
Councils criticise government for flood insurance failure
The Local Government Association has accused the government and insurance industry of letting down residents in flood-risk areas by failing to reach an agreement over the provision of affordable insurance cover.
LGA report on danger of delaying flood decision wins industry support
AA Insurance has seconded concerns expressed in today's Local Government Association report that delays in identifying a future flood risk solution could prove costly.
Market moves: Zurich and Mitsui continue recruitment push
Last week's busiest recruiters, Zurich and Mitsui Sumitomo, followed their recent appointments with the addition of more new staff. Mitsui has added two members to its underwriting team, while Zurich welcomed a new head of human resources.
Law Report: Contractor’s rights upheld due to ambiguous contract
Law reports contributed by national law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Law Report: Court rules in favour of following German law in crash case
Law reports contributed by national law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.
Law Report: Part 36 not extended by court
Law reports contributed by national law firm Berrymans Lace Mawer.