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Ferma and BIPAR sign broker transparency protocol
The Federation of European Risk Management Associations and the European Federation of Insurance Intermediaries today announced they have signed a protocol on the transparency of intermediation in business insurance.
New sales director appointed at SSP
SSP has grown its senior management team with the appointment of Nigel Kohler as sales director for the company’s insurer division.
CNA to offer free collateral warranty advice
CNA Europe has partnered with law firm Mills & Reeve to offer a free collateral warranty advice service to its professional indemnity construction customers.
SRA to audit PI insurers
The Solicitors Regulation Authority has revealed that it will audit qualifying solicitor’s professional indemnity insurers.
MCE signs Peugeot deal
Peugeot has joined forces with MCE to create a 'Premier Scooter Insurance Scheme'.
Aviva launches bespoke metals and machinery insurance
Aviva has launched two bespoke policies for those working specifically in metals or machinery and equipment.
Biba warns of underinsurance perils
Consumers and businesses could be putting themselves at financial risk by cutting out or reducing key areas of insurance protection, the British Insurance Brokers’ Association has warned.
IFB and MoJ launch fraud awareness campaign
The Insurance Fraud Bureau and the Ministry of Justice Claims Management Regulator have unveiled a new joint awareness campaign to encourage people to report insurance fraud.
Risk management at a crossroads
A new survey by the Economist Intelligence Unit points the way to "lasting corporate acceptance", according to sponsors Ace.
Risk management at a crossroads
A new survey by the Economist Intelligence Unit points the way to "lasting corporate acceptance", according to sponsors Ace.
Ageas extends Property Consortium repair deal
Property Consortium UK is to work with Ageas to deliver a nationwide property repair service for its policyholders.
Jelf seals affinity deal
Jelf has entered an affinity partnership with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers.
Keychoice selects Cunningham Lindsey as claims partner
Keychoice Underwriting has chosen loss adjuster Cunningham Lindsey as its claims management partner.
Britain set to contribute £7bn to bail-out Ireland
The British taxpayer will contribute £7 bn towards the £77 bn bail-out that Ireland seeks, according to reports.
Britain set to contribute £7bn to bail-out Ireland
The British taxpayer will contribute £7 bn towards the £77 bn bail-out that Ireland seeks, according to reports.
Ageas and Biba step up winter weather campaign for homes and businesses
Ageas and the British Insurance Brokers’ Association are building on their home and business ‘winter weather health check’ campaign launched last year to provide brokers with information to help customers avoid damage from an escape of water inside their…
Guy Carpenter notes improvements in credit insurance market
The global markets for credit insurance and surety bonds are showing positive developments, although challenges still persist, according to Guy Carpenter & Company.
Guy Carpenter notes improvements in credit insurance market
The global markets for credit insurance and surety bonds are showing positive developments, although challenges still persist, according to Guy Carpenter & Company.
Questgates gains counter fraud accreditation
Loss adjuster Questgates has received accreditation from the Counter Fraud Professional Accreditation Board for its Insurance Fraud Technician course.
Chartis appoints new HNW boss
Chartis has named Guy Huntley as manager of the UK arm of its high net worth business Private Client Group.
Chartis appoints new HNW boss
Chartis has named Guy Huntley as manager of the UK arm of its high net worth business Private Client Group.
Business insolvency rate falls
The rate of insolvency among UK businesses fell 17% year-on-year in October, according to Experian.
CILA praises industry flood response
The Chartered Institute of Loss Adjusters has praised its members’ response to the Cumbria floods of 2009, one year on.
AM Best upgrades Zurich ratings
Rating agency AM Best has upgraded Zurich’s financial strength to A+ (superior) and its issuer credit rating to AA-.