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Go Compare owner appoints chief technology officer
The owner of Go Compare, Goco, has appointed Seb Chakraborty as group chief technology officer, with immediate effect.
Lloyd’s launches ‘speak up’ campaign with culture under the spotlight
Lloyd’s has launched a campaign to encourage people to speak up over “unacceptable behaviour”, after its culture survey revealed less than half of respondents felt comfortable in raising concerns.
Driving out Distraction: 1st Central marks Road Safety Week with safety film
1st Central has unveiled a powerful new short movie to mark Road Safety Week, raising awareness of dangerous distractions on the road.
Thousands of Alpha latent defect policyholders yet to submit FSCS claims
The Financial Services Compensation Scheme has called on “thousands” of Alpha Insurance latent defect policyholders to submit their premium refund claims to the portal on the Danish insurer's website.
Allianz to hold talks with Saracens after club accepts punishment
Saracens and primary sponsor Allianz are to hold discussions after the rugby club opted against appealing the £5.36m fine and 35 point penalty imposed for failing to disclose payments to players and breaching a salary cap.
Bought By Many chairman Pearson steps down
Bought By Many chairman John Pearson is no longer a director at the insurtech, Post can reveal.
Ex-mutual insurer CEO facing £150,000 fine and ban
The former CEO of a mutual insurer is looking at fines and a ban, following a joint investigation by the Financial Conduct Authority and Prudential Regulation Authority.
Marsh Commercial closing four offices
Marsh Commercial is closing offices in Northampton, Newmarket, New Malden and Leeds.
Atlanta takes Karen Hogg from Sainsbury’s as COO
Former Axa and Kwik Fit leader Karen Hogg is returning to broking as chief operating officer of Atlanta Group, Post can reveal.
GRP buys Gauntlet Insurance Services
Global Risk Partners has bought London-based private client specialist broker Gauntlet Insurance Services for an undisclosed sum.
Post launches Driving out Distraction Campaign
At the beginning of the month the current government confirmed it would seek to tighten the law around handheld mobile devices on the road, but will not extend a ban to hands-free use. While Post supports this initial step it believes that the government…
Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty names CEO
Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty has appointed Joachim Müller as CEO, succeeding Chris Fischer Hirs.
NFU Mutual on hunt for claims head after Jon Cawley's exit
Exclusive: NFU is actively recruiting for a new head of claims following the departure of Jon Cawley.
Pioneer places syndicate in run off
Pioneer Underwriters has cut loose Syndicate 1980.
This week in Post: Deluge, diversity and misdemeanours
More than 800 houses have been evacuated due to flooding and many of those families won't be back in their home for Christmas. Flood warnings are still in place and there are reports that flood defence equipment is being stolen.
Diversity and Inclusion in Insurance Awards: The winners
Zurich Insurance and its employees were among the big winners at the inaugural Diversity and Inclusion in Insurance Awards last night.
TMK recruits Matthew Shaw from Chubb as chief underwriting officer
Tokio Marine Kiln has appointed Matthew Shaw as chief underwriting officer.
Flood forecasting insurtech launches nationwide
Insurtech Previsico has launched nationwide, aiming to support insurers, brokers and their customers across the whole of the UK with live actionable flood warnings.
ABI and Biba at odds over ring-fencing insurance taxes for flood defences
Insurance trade bodies have found themselves at loggerheads over whether part of insurance premium tax should be ring-fenced for flood defences.
Industry responds to 'jaw-dropping' behaviour at FCA headquarters
The insurance industry has reported mixed responses to reports of “shameful” behaviour by staff at the London offices of the Financial Conduct Authority.
North of England floods could cost industry £80m to £120m: PWC
Flooding in the north of England could cost insurers between £80m and £120m, PWC has estimated, though this could rise.
Gallagher boss Simon Matson apologises for 'insensitive comments'
Simon Matson, UK CEO of Gallagher, pictured, has said sorry for the “insensitive comments” he made which came to light in the staff and business poaching court case the firm lost to Ardonagh this October.
Pen Underwriting promotes Michelle Bree to COO
Pen Underwriting has promoted Michelle Bree from director of operations to chief operating officer, effective 1 December.
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