Regulation What do we want from the FCA’s new insurance head? Deputy editor’s view: After months of waiting for the FCA to announce a new head of insurance, we finally have the answer. But what will be expected of Chris Knight when he takes up his position in July? 13 Mar 2026   |  Opinion

Personal Aviva issues response to DLG fine Aviva has issued a statement in response to Direct Line receiving a £10m fine from the Prudential Regulation Authority for a Solvency II miscalculation. 11 Mar 2026   |  News

News Direct Line fined £10.6m for solvency miscalculation The Prudential Regulation Authority has fined Direct Line Group £10.6m after it miscalculated its Solvency II balance sheet during 2023 and 2024. 11 Mar 2026   |  News

Commercial FCA and PRA turn spotlight on MGA oversight The Financial Conduct Authority and Prudential Regulation Authority are sharpening their scrutiny of managing general agents, stressing insurers must take primary responsibility for businesses underwriting on their behalf. 09 Mar 2026   |  News

Regulation FCA names Brewis replacement The Financial Conduct Authority has hired Chris Knight as director of insurance. 05 Mar 2026   |  News

Personal Which? warns insurers are failing storm-hit homeowners Insurers have been accused by Which? of shirking their responsibilities for paying out policyholder's claims when their houses suffer damage due to storms and other extreme weather events. 05 Mar 2026   |  News

Regulation From admin temp to CEO: One woman's journey and lessons Suneeta Padda, CEO of Padda Consulting, reflects on her path from temp admin to CEO, juggling family, regulation, and building a thriving consultancy while championing fairness and opportunity. 02 Mar 2026   |  Opinion

News Katharine Braddick to succeed Woods at PRA Katharine Braddick CB has been named the next deputy governor for Prudential Regulation at the Bank of England and CEO of the Prudential Regulation Authority. 27 Feb 2026   |  News

Technology FCA’s tech request and my less than ‘appy’ experience Editor’s View: The Financial Conduct Authority is calling for more insurers to test their tech through the regulator’s sandboxes but if Emma Ann Hughes’ clunky app experience is anything to go by, the sector may need to fix the basics first before chasing innovation. 27 Feb 2026   |  Opinion

Personal Will the CMA tame pet insurance costs? In the latest episode of the Insurance Post Podcast, deputy editor Scott McGee (and proud puppy owner to Ozzy) digs into why pet insurance costs have soared and whether the Competition & Markets Authority’s proposed reforms of the veterinary sector could make cover more affordable. 25 Feb 2026   |  Webinar