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Willis and Atlas join forces in PCC first
The Global Captive Practice of Willis Group Holdings and Atlas Insurance PCC (Protected Cell Company), have become the first in the insurance industry to use PCC technology to underwrite UK statutory motor liability from Malta.
Willis and Atlas join forces in PCC first
The Global Captive Practice of Willis Group Holdings and Atlas Insurance PCC (Protected Cell Company), have become the first in the insurance industry to use PCC technology to underwrite UK statutory motor liability from Malta.
Ex-LSE deputy CEO appointed boss of new regulator CPMA
The Government has announced that Martin Wheatley will become chief executive designate of the Consumer Protection and Markets Authority. He will be formally appointed to the post of chief executive once the new body has been established at the end of…
QBE halts share trades as it is linked with $2bn US acquisition
QBE Insurance is in talks to buy US insurer Balboa from Bank of America , according to reports.
Axa managers face redundancy claims report
More than 50 people face redundancy at Axa's Ipswich office, according to reports.
Munich Re unveils profit estimate for 2010
On the basis of preliminary estimates, Munich Re achieved a consolidated result of €2.43bn for 2010 (2009: €2.56bn), despite substantial major losses, it announced this morning.
Munich Re unveils profit estimate for 2010
On the basis of preliminary estimates, Munich Re achieved a consolidated result of €2.43bn for 2010 (2009: €2.56bn), despite substantial major losses, it announced this morning.
Brightside still on target despite life arm difficulties
Brightside's broking chairman has insisted the group is on target to meet its general insurance business plan, despite admitting its life offering is "not at the level it had hoped for".
Fraud team to expand at Horwich Farrelly
Insurance litigation specialist Horwich Farrelly aims to expand its team of fraud specialists in the next 12 months to meet increased demand.
Former UKDN employee lied
A former UK Drainage Network employee has been forced to retract claims that the company handed over shares to land a fulfilment contract, after admitting the allegations were false.
Editor's comment: Cullum's Advent calendar
The transfer deadline day, 31 January, saw a host of football clubs scrambling over themselves to secure deals to improve their stock ahead of the final push for safety, promotion, Europe or silverware.
Kitchener quits Apil to join law firm
Association of Personal Injury Lawyers chief executive Denise Kitchener is poised to leave the organisation after 18 years to take up a role at law firm Pattinson and Brewer.
Romero opens second office as plan revised
Leeds-based Romero Insurance Brokers has expanded its Yorkshire foothold with the opening of its second office in Halifax in a bid to get its growth plans back on track.
CFC launches 'unambiguous' recruitment product
Underwriting agency CFC is targeting a share of the £30m gross written premium recruitment insurance market, after launching an "unambiguous" product aimed at the sector.
Nationals call for FSA talks as Towergate seals £200m deal
Chief executives from some of the UK's largest brokers have called for a meeting with the Financial Services Authority to discuss concerns over the increasing level of intervention in compliance issues by the regulator.
Garwyn consolidates four offices into one
Liability adjuster Garwyn has housed all of its Midlands-based operations under one roof with a move to new premises in Birmingham.
News analysis - Towergate refinancing: Towergate to kick into full IPO mode
With confirmation of Advent's £200m cash injection, what does Towergate have planned next? Mairi MacDonald explores the options.
Career development & CSR: Higos duo first to be granted chartered status
Higos Insurance employees Kate Reilly and Sarah Neale have earned chartered status after gaining the advanced diploma in insurance.
Quinn signs up to ABI's GTA agreement
Quinn Insurance has signed up to the Association of British Insurers' general terms of agreement between insurers and credit hire operators.
Manchester boss Tynan departs Henderson
Henderson Insurance Brokers has confirmed the departure of regional managing director Jon Tynan, who headed up its Manchester operation.
Sainty upbeat over 'bigger role' at Barbon commercial arm
Former Lucas Fettes director Brett Sainty is to focus on building organic growth at Cadogan Keelan Westall after being appointed head of business for the Barbon Insurance Group-owned commercial property insurance business.
Defaqto adds pub and restaurant ratings
Insurance policies for pubs and restaurants are to be given star ratings by Defaqto after the firm expanded the number of commercial sectors that it grades.
Career development & CSR: BGL Group dozen triumph in CMI leadership programme
A dozen employees from the BGL Group have successfully completed a Chartered Management Institute leadership programme.