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Former LV GI boss O'Roarke joins Aviva
Exclusive: Former LV general insurance boss John O’Roarke has taken a role as a non-executive of the Aviva general insurance and life businesses.
Ombudsman complaints data overshadowed by TV investigation
A recent investigation that exposed the undertraining of staff at the Financial Ombudsman Service has cast doubt over a report into the UK’s most complained about insurers.
Regulation Q&A: From GDPR to IDD, Brexit to the future of the PRA, what do insurers really think?
The regulatory landscape is constantly evolving, With this in mind, Post asked a number of senior insurance figures about some of the most pertinent changes that are afoot from GDPR to the IDD, and how they would like the situation to develop in a post…
Cost of motor claims hits highest ever level
The cost of motor claims has climbed to the highest level on record, the ABI said. However, claimant solicitors say the numbers don't paint the whole picture.
This Month In Post: Truth or dare on cyber
At the ABI annual dinner on Monday, as guests at my table predicted future insurance trends, I was struck by a suggestion. People will want to protect their most precious belongings and, in 10 years’ time, that will be their personal data, a KPMG partner…
Direct Line signs Volkswagen deal as profit climbs 51%
Direct Line has signed a deal with Volkswagen to provide insurance cover to its brands at a time when the motor market is going through “unprecedented change”, the insures CEO has said.
Blog: What does the first Insurtech Impact 25 listing say about the state of the sector?
“We have no doubt that we have missed some Fords and included some Tinchers. But who ends up a Ford and who ends up a Tincher is not pre-determined.”
Blog: Did Axa's Brendan McCafferty set a record for the shortest GI CEO stint this century?
The surprising departure of Brendan McCafferty as the CEO for intermediated and direct at Axa Insurance last month got me thinking.
Direct Line anticipates profits surge at full year
Direct Line expects to report profits of approximately £610m for the year ended 31 December 2017, according to a trading statement.
Rental deposit insurtech aims to help renters improve their credit score
Exclusive: An insurtech offering rental deposit insurance is giving home renters the opportunity to improve their credit score through purchasing insurance and paying rent on time.
Direct Line bounces back from Carillion collapse
Direct Line has allocated new facilities management providers in the wake of the collapse of construction giant Carillion.
Five insurers reveal by how much industry women are underpaid
Five insurers have revealed by how much women are underpaid in their organisations compared to men.
Ten insurtech start-ups to watch in 2018 - part two
Today we feature a second quartet of businesses with their eye on the disruption prize, all of which will be worth watching out for as the year progresses.
Ten insurtech start-ups to watch in 2018 - part one
There does not appear to be any slowdown in the number of insurtech start-ups that are aiming to mark their mark on the insurance sector.
Updated: Insurers slammed over Liverpool fire response
Insurance companies have been slammed by motorists for their response to the Liverpool car park blaze.
Post Power List 2018: Paul Geddes
CEO, Direct Line
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.
Market Moves: December 2017
This month's movers and shakers in the insurance industry.
Insurance firms 'should lower premiums for Tesla cars'
Insurers should lower premiums for Tesla cars owing to increased safety features built into the vehicles, analysts said.
Direct Line reports growth in its own-brand policies
Direct Line Group has reported growth among its direct own brand policies over the last year and claims to be on target to hit its desired combined operating ratio for 2017.
Spotlight: ADAS webinar: Negotiating the potholes of automated driving
A panel of motor experts discussed the challenges of repairing cars equipped with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, at a webinar organised by Post in association with Auto Windscreens.
Direct Line appoints Claire Sadler as marketing director
Direct Line for Business has appointed Claire Sadler as marketing director.
Fraud Awards 2017: Winners and highly commended
The leading lights of the claims sector gathered at the Brewery in London on Thursday night to mark this year's fraud fighters.