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Duke of Norfolk joins Helios as non-executive director
Edward Fitzalan-Howard, the duke of Norfolk, has joined Helios Underwriting as a non-executive director.
This month in Post: Takeovers, tech, trials and tinsel
This week saw one of the biggest takeover deals of 2017 while our December issue highlights a year of tech.
Sector welcomes PM’s first Brexit deal
The insurance sector has welcomed news that the UK and EU plan to move onto the next phase of Brexit talks but stresses the need for certainty on the UK’s future trading relationship with the bloc.
Nine crash for cash fraudsters convicted
Nine members of an organised ‘crash for cash’ scheme have been convicted following a motor fraud case brought forward by insurer LV and law firm DWF.
BGL Group appoints Stephen van Rooyen as non-executive director
BGL Group has appointed Sky CEO Stephen van Rooyen as non-executive director.
Indian regulator allows private equity ownership, with conditions
If private equity firms wish to buy 50% or more of an Indian life insurer, general insurer, reinsurer or health insurer they will need to meet some strict conditions.
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ABI highlights £35bn industry contribution to UK economy
Insurers and long term savings firms paid out £160m to customers last year, the equivalent to the cost of around 700 houses.
Iain Laws joins Ardonagh to oversee health division
Jelf executive Iain Laws has joined Ardonagh Group as CEO for healthcare.
Policy Castle partners with smart home security system provider
Policy Castle has partnered with smart home security system provider, Cocoon, to provide its customers with discounted home insurance policy.
Deakin appointed deputy CEO of Ardonagh
Janice Deakin has been appointed deputy CEO of Ardonagh.
Helvetia Venture Fund acquires stake in Inzmo
Helvetia Venture Fund has acquired a holding in Estonian insurtech company Inzmo.
Neon appoints Tim Overton as head of pricing
Neon has appointed Tim Overton to the newly created role of head of pricing.
Bovolini promoted at Generali Asia
Marco Bolivini, head of broker relationship management for Hong Kong at Generali's global corporate and commercial division, has been promoted to a regional role.
Cunningham Lindsey and Sedgwick are ‘complementary businesses’
Cunningham Lindsey and new owner Sedgwick are “complementary” businesses, the CEO of the claims firm said.
Sedgwick to buy Cunningham Lindsey
US firm Sedgwick has acquired loss adjuster Cunningham Lindsey for an undisclosed amount.
Direct Line offers Tesla owners a discount for using autopilot
Direct Line is offering Tesla owners a 5% discount on their premiums for using the ‘autopilot’ feature.
Justice Committee launches whiplash inquiry
The Justice Committee has launched an inquiry into the government’s proposals for raising the small claims limit for personal injury.
Davies Group boosts tech investment with innovation lab launch
Davies Group has launched an innovation lab to boost investment in technology and digital transformation.
Saga makes 90 redundancies across business
Saga has made 90 employees redundant across the business.
FCA fines Bluefin £4m for misleading customers
The Financial Conduct Authority has fined Bluefin over £4m for failing to provide information to its customers about Bluefin’s independence in a way that was clear, fair and not misleading.
LV reveals GI executive team as part of Allianz partnership
LV as revealed the executive team that will lead the general insurance business as part of its strategic partnership with Allianz.
RSA tie up with Nationwide to add £180m of premium
RSA has launched a partnership with Nationwide Building Society that is expected to add over a million home customers to the insurer’s books.
Insurance firms listed in FCA sandbox
The Financial Conduct Authority has announced 18 firms will join its third regulatory sandbox cohort, including three working in the insurance sector.