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Claims adjuster appointed at Liberty
Liberty Syndicates has announced the appointment of Alan Worboys, who has joined the company as a claims adjuster.
RBSI reports 14% drop in partnership and broker business
Royal Bank of Scotland Insurance this morning said results in the first half were held back by the £125m impact of June's floods, with operating profit falling by 27% to £255m.
NU hikes property rates
Norwich Union is to raise domestic property insurance premiums by an average of 10% from next week, according to media reports. The company told the BBC's Today Programme that home improvement, increasing numbers of bathrooms in homes, and expensive…
Thompsons calls for increased bereavement awards
Thompson Solicitors has called on the Government to increase the amount of compensation for bereavement to the families of asbestos cancer victims in England & Wales.
Minister highlights cost of using insurance claims handling companies
Floods recovery minister John Healey today urged people in communities hit by the July floods to seek free and impartial insurance advice before signing up with third parties who offer to help settle insurance claims.
MMA targets property owners growth with enhanced covers
Intermediary-only insurer MMA Insurance (MMA) has added a series of enhancements to its property owners’ product portfolio as part of the strategy to grow its residential and commercial landlords business.
Aviva admits worry over 2007 target as weather claims hit £340m
Following the July floods in Gloucestershire and the surrounding areas, Norwich Union's parent Aviva estimates the cost of this event, and reinsurance to limit the costs of future similar events in the UK, to be in the region of £165m. It follows an…
Marsh looks to Fisher for office growth
Marsh has appointed Tim Fisher as sales and service leader of its Milton Keynes office. Mr Fisher will be responsible for driving the broker's business development and client relationship strategy in the Milton Keynes area.
ABC unveils team for new Sheffield office
ABC Insurance today announced the opening of its north of England regional branch office based in Sheffield.
NIG appoints new manager
NIG has appointed Dean Laming as the new regional manager for its Redhill operation.
MMA outline property push
Intermediary-only insurer MMA Insurance today announced a series of enhancements to its property owners’ product portfolio as part of the strategy to grow its residential and commercial landlords business.
Willis on target for "breakout financial result" after Q2 profits hit $78m
Willis this morning reported net income for the quarter ended June 30, 2007 jumped 8% to $78m (Q2: 2006 $72m) an increase of 8 percent on revenues of $626m (up 6%).The effect of foreign currency translation increased reported revenues by 2 percent, the…
Zurich puts June flood loss at £200m
Zurich Financial Services announced today that based on its current best estimate it expects aggregate claims payments related to storms and floods that occurred in the UK during June 2007 will not exceed $400million before tax. This estimate is net of…
Zurich in CII awards first
Zurich Insurance has held its first awards day at the Chartered Insurance Institute's Great Hall whe...
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ABC opens second office ahead of motor market push
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Aspen share earnings rise
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Allianz: no Zurich challenge after city deal
Allianz Engineering says it is not looking to challenge Zurich Municipal's presence in the public se...
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Ace promotes Davidson
Ace UK has promoted Diane Davidson to UK and Ireland directors' and officers' regional manager. Ms D...
Heritage unveils Malta deal
Heritage Management has officially announced the formation of Trinity Lane Insurance and Setanta Ins...