Association of British Insurers (ABI)
ABI supports FCA call for greater consumer needs focus in MLEI
The Association of British Insurers has described the Financial Conduct Authority’s thematic review into motor legal expenses insurance as a “useful reminder” that more must be done to meet the needs of the consumer.
BBC Watchdog criticises insurers for ‘aggressive tactics’
Insurers have come under fire from BBC Watchdog for not paying claims.
IFB working on new model to attract brokers put off by membership cost
Move coincides with demand for greater broker representation on fraud register
Spain protests innocence as more countries refuse EHIC
European hospitals accused of trying to profit from insurers
Property Claims 2013: Industry gives its backing to Flood Re model
A panel has backed the Association of British Insurers’ Flood Re scheme to replace the Statement of Principles, while warning that a return to an open market situation remains a possibility.
Property Claims 2013: Insurers urged to use fraud register to punish fraudulent policyholders
Industry told of ‘massive obligation to raise awareness around morality’
Welsh asbestos bill delayed until mid-July due to 'technical reasons'
A Welsh Assembly bill designed to recover the costs of treating asbestos patients from insurers has hit a last minute snag.
ABI reveals speaker line up for strategy conference
The Association of British Insurers has unveiled an ‘A-list’ speaker line up for its upcoming strategy conference 2013.
Spain investigated by EC over health insurance card failures
The European Commission has demanded information from Spain over complaints that Spanish hospitals are refusing to honour the European Health Insurance Card scheme.
ABI blames Spanish hospitals for unnecessary travel insurance payouts
British holidaymakers in possession of a European Health Insurance Card are being urged not to accept refusal of state medical treatment in Spain.
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SoP talks “at an advanced stage”
Talks between insurers and the government to find a replacement for the Statement of Principles are “at an advanced stage” according to a government minister.
ABI responds to Scottish criticism of 'disproportionate' Flood Re
The Association of British Insurers has denied accusations that the introduction of its ‘Flood Re’ model would be “bad news for Scotland”.
Flood clauses to be added to Water Bill as minister hints at ABI agreement
Environment minister Richard Benyon has suggested that additional clauses will be inserted into the government’s upcoming Water Bill, in order to serve as a legislative vehicle for the implementation of the Association of British Insurers’ ‘Flood Re’…
Editor's comment: Time for a new strategy
Last week some new battle lines were drawn, while others pulled back their troops, took stock of the situation and dug new trenches.
ABI welcomes government strategy to promote the UK insurance industry
The Association of British Insurers has welcomed Greg Clark’s, Financial Secretary to the Treasury, announcement of a dedicated insurance industry strategy to enhance the industry’s position as leader in global business.
Whiplash: Whipping up a storm
As the debate about bogus whiplash claims rumbles on, opinion is divided on whether two investigations into the issue are warranted and what impact they will have
BPF welcomes extension of flood agreement
The British Property Federation has welcomed the insurance industry’s decision to continue to offer flood insurance cover for a month beyond the end of the current agreement with the government.
ABI pushes Flood Re proposal as SoP extended
The Statement of Principles has been extended by one extra month while discussions over the long term solution for flood risk cover between the insurance industry and government continue.
Biba 2013: ABI, Biba and CILA team up to engage with FCA claims review
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba), the Association of British Insurers (ABI), the Chartered Institute of Loss Adjusters (CILA), brokers and insurers have started a new claims working group which aims to proactively and positively engage…
ABI: insurers want to offer straightforward services
The Association of British Insurers has said insurers are keen on offering products that are easy to understand and a straightforward claims process.
Interview: Sandy Dunn and Penny Searles: Driving force
With the revival of telematics set to change the face of motor insurance underwriting, Wunelli founder Sandy Dunn and managing director Penny Searles explain why they believe their firm is in the driving seat in this sector.
ABI backs Riot Damages Act review
The Association of British Insurers has come out in favour of the Riot Damages Act review announced today.
Queen’s speech promises mesothelioma bill
The Queen has today said the next parliament will see legislation to provide payments to mesothelioma suffers when no liable employer or insurer can be traced.