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View from the Top - Bronek Masojada, chief executive, Hiscox
The general insurance industry is one of the least loved in the UK. Why is this? In my view, it is ...
Insurers "expect" EU exemption
The Association of British Insurers is confident insurers will be granted exemption from proposed Eur...
Gibraltar hamstrung by lack of staff.
Gibraltar's chief minister Peter Caruana QC has conceded that the territory's development as a major...
Insurers back car mobile ban.
The Association of British Insurers this week endorsed Road Safety Minister David Jamieson's decisio...
Appointment at Litigation Control.
City-based Litigation Control, the principal operating company within the Litigation Control Group, ...
Tree's company?
In the light of Esure's call to ban the sale of willow trees, thought to be a major culprit in subsidence, Gillian Glanville calls for insurers to inform customers about managing the risks associated with trees planted close to property and talks about…
Sequel wins Atrium deal.
Lloyd's insurer Atrium has appointed technology provider Sequel to deliver what it hopes will be a m...
Five-a-side football competition - enter now.
Play football for your company and raise money for the Insurance Charities. Interested? Then you ...
Appointment at UnumProvident.
UnumProvident, has appointed Andy Cross to the role of director of human resources. Previous to this...
On top of the claims game.
Increased claims competition has led to a greater emphasis on quality of service. John Hancock says smooth performance is essential if loss adjusters are to keep ahead of the game.
Insurers on track for EU exemption?
The news this week that the UK insurance industry believes it is on track for an exemption from prop...
Safe as houses?
Small and medium-sized enterprises appear to be particularly susceptible to risks such as fire, flood and theft, but Hugo Cranmore says their disaster recovery plans often simply do not cut the mustard.
Stand out from the crowd.
In the current packed household market, the problem facing many insurers is how to get ahead of the field. The dilemma is customers are attracted by low prices, but also want the added extras too. David Fanning wonders if this is too tall an order.
A bumpy ride ahead for new VIC scheme
The vehicle identity check scheme has received much criticism, especially after confusion over its application led to customers receiving incorrect advice from insurers and salvage operators. Alan Greenouff considers the implications for the government…
Fortis says job losses will not affect the UK.
Fortis UK has stressed that the 750 insurance-related job losses announced by its parent company las...
Cassidy takes up position at Brit Insurance.
Lloyd's insurer Brit Insurance this week said Mark Cassidy had taken up the position of self-funded ...
Bishop Skinner shake-up for senior staff.
Bishop Skinner Insurance Brokers has restructured its senior management in anticipation of expansion...
Risk-tight business?
A company's success depends on its ability to keep its head above water in a crisis - a growing challenge as the tide of legislation and corporate responsibility rises. Roger Cottell examines the factors that must be addressed to risk-proof today's…
Golden opportunity to raise standards.
Confidence in the financial services industry was dealt a major blow by the pensions mis-selling sca...
Appointment at Navigant Consulting.
Navigant Consulting has appointed Garred Clements as senior managing consultant. Mr Clements brings ...
Chartered Insurance Institute opens new training centre.
The Chartered Insurance Institute has opened a new training centre in Fenchurch Street, London. With...
Finance provider in talks with broking network
Premium First is set to launch an updated version of its online system next month, as it attempts t...
Appointment at insurE-com.
insurE-com has announced the appointment of Iain Brogden as insurer account manager. Mr Brogden has ...
Rehabilitation First campaign conference, Wednesday 1 October,
This event takes a fresh look at the issues facing everybody handling personal injury claims. The fi...