Post - Post March 2022
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Articles in this issue
Editor's comment: Lost in a data pothole
It is probably safe to say most of us have broken the odd law – I’m sure many tried an alcoholic drink before they were 18 or have made an illegal turn on the road.
Analysis: Illegal e-scooters hit insurer claims reserves to tune of 'hundreds of thousands'
Insurers are already reserving ‘hundreds of thousands’ of pounds for collisions involving third-party private e-scooters – but the vehicles aren’t legal on public roads yet.
Analysis: E-scooters – the view from Europe
As UK e-scooter trials are extended, Post looks at what lessons the UK could learn from its European neighbours
Aviva's Karen Jackman on retaining talent in the ‘great resignation’
Karen Jackman explains how the talent scarcity equation, which is hitting the insurance sector hard, can be turned around to transform the workforce for the future
60 seconds with... Mike Wildy, Allianz Legal Protection
Mike Wildy, senior business developer at Allianz Legal Protection, tells Post which Birmingham band always makes him smile and why 1985 would be the first year he keyed into a time machine.
60 seconds with... Kate Gregory, RSA
Kate Gregory, regional underwriting leader at RSA, tells Post why her first job left her little better off than when she was unemployed, and the one thing she couldn't live without.
Intelligence: Is it boom time for special purpose acquisition companies in the UK?
Although the mania for special purpose acquisition companies of early 2021 has subsided, investor enthusiasm persists and is in the process of going global. The losses directors’ and officers’ insurers can expect to flow from these types of companies…
Intelligence: Getting FNOL right
Being the very first point of contact is the ultimate aim for insurers when it comes to motor claims but, as Martin Friel finds out, only a change in mindset to truly put the customer experience first is likely to achieve this.
Intelligence: Raising the AR bar
The insurance industry should not kid itself that it has no issues in its use of appointed representatives but, according to specialists, the FCA consultation should not strike fear into well-run businesses, writes Emmanuel Kenning.
EY: investor confidence in UK FS hits new high; James Hallam backs broker start-up; Lloyd's approves insurtech Syndicate and Pen inks £300m QBE deal
For the record: Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
Direct Line begins green parts trial; Revolut diversifies insurance offering; RSA to recruit more adjusters; and Sabre strikes solus MGA deal
For the record: Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
Travelers updates on coal stance; Hubb claims metaverse first; Thomas Cook signs insurance partnership; and Vitesse backed by HDI as it raises $26m
For the record: Post wraps up the major insurance deals, launches, investments and strategic moves of the week.
Gallagher enters motorcycle and motorhome space with first acquisition of the year
Gallagher has acquired Devitt Insurance Services marking the group’s entry into the motorcycle and motorhome space.
Brit appoints Kanika Chaganty as first chief data officer
Brit has named Kanika Chaganty chief data officer, effective from today.
Zego adds Catherine Barton as chief insurance officer
Insurtech Zego has appointed ex-Bupa executive Catherine Barton as its first chief insurance officer.
PIB fine-tunes management structure as it sets sights on rapid Europe expansion
PIB Group has made a number of changes to its management structure in anticipation of accelerated growth during the course of 2022.
Hiscox names former Allianz boss Jon Dye as UK CEO
Jon Dye, most recently Allianz UK CEO, has been appointed Hiscox UK CEO.
Ashwin Mistry steps down as chair of Brokerbility and Brokerbility Holdings
Ashwin Mistry will be stepping down as executive chairman of Brokerbility and Brokerbility Holdings on 1 March, The Clear Group has confirmed.
Allianz hits 100% renewable electricity in UK offices target
Allianz Holdings, which comprises Allianz Commercial and Allianz Personal, has revealed that 100% of the electricity its UK offices use now comes from renewable sources.
Penny Black's Social World: March 2022
Nurturing nature, a fare share for food and a marathon man