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Proposed cuts to fire service budgets could have major impact on insurers
The insurance industry is urging the government to implement a central fire and rescue policy in England amid fears that sweeping budget cuts will result in insurers paying the price for longer response times.
Insurers await outcome of 'dishonest' evidence appeal in Axa case
Several insurers are awaiting a Court of Appeal decision on Axa's use of allegedly "false" Autofocus evidence before potentially resuming out-of-court negotiations with Accident Exchange.
Motor insurance market reviews plans ahead of legislation and slowdown
Direct Line Group is primed to "execute a range of strategies" depending on how changes to the legal landscape play out next spring, according to the insurer's chief executive Paul Geddes.
International brokers target London market for growth opportunities
International brokers are looking to London for opportunities to grow their businesses amid signs that the capital's mergers and acquisitions market is heating up.
Personal injury portal: The clock is ticking
The countdown to the introduction of the extended personal injury portal has begun, says Artur Niemczewski.
View from the top: Running the numbers on Laspo
Will the changes to the Judicial College Guidelines have a significant impact on personal injury claims, asks John O'Roarke.
In Series: Data Sharing - Sharing solution
When it comes to data sharing, the insurance industry should follow the lead of the banking sector by unleashing competition among multiple data suppliers.
In Series: Data Sharing - Sharing is caring
Data sharing among insurers offers a range of benefits, but could firms' desires to retain a competitive edge hamper such collaboration?
Health and safety: Staying safe
The Health and Safety Executive is set to exempt businesses in lower-risk sectors from routine inspections, and insurers and brokers have an important role to play in ensuring that standards don't slip.
New Yorkers to fall victim to second storm in less than two weeks
New York residents could be told to evacuate the city for a second time this month as winter storm Athena makes its way to the same areas battered by Sandy last week.
Post magazine - 8 November 2012
The latest issue of Post is now available to subscribers as a digital and interactive e-book.
Interview: Des Hudson - Fighting his corner
Six years as the chief executive of the Law Society has not quelled Des Hudson's battling instincts. He talks to Post about upcoming legal changes and his relationship with the insurance industry.
Broker Focus: Insurance Mediation Directive - A level playing field?
The European Commission's revision of the Insurance Mediation Directive is targeting mandatory commission disclosure, but what will this mean for UK brokers?
Ageas to build broker brands as Groupama name phased out in UK
The Groupama Insurances brand is to be phased out of the UK marketplace following completion of the insurer's sale to Ageas UK.
Ink hires ex-Towergate consultant Palmer as commercial director
Ink Insurance has appointed former Towergate sales development consultant Julian Palmer as commercial director at the Giles subsidiary.
Allianz to underwrite 'superfast' mobile network EE
Allianz and mobile phone insurance provider Lifestyle Services Group have signed a contract to provide mobile device insurance services to 4G network provider EE.
Acromas in Deutsche Bank talks
The chief executive of Acromas is understood to have met his counterpart at Deutsche Bank to discuss his firm's options.
Groupama takeover to add extra boost to 'record' Ageas profits
Ageas chief executive Barry Smith is confident that the addition of Groupama insurance activities will add further clout to performance, following nine months in which the firm's profit before tax and minority interests rose by 36.4%.
Biba to discuss introduction of code of conduct for members
Brokers across the country could soon be expected to comply with an official British Insurance Brokers' Association code of conduct.
Helphire engaging with DLG and RSA on Autofocus evidence
Helphire has indicated that a number of insurers are keen to reach settlements with the firm over the use of "dishonest" Autofocus evidence as the company reaches a deal with RSA and Direct Line Group on access to information on the rate surveyor.
Biba vows to work on providing 'one voice' following Deloitte report
The British Insurance Brokers' Association hierarchy is to form a steering committee and a timetable for consultation after a strategic review carried out by Deloitte identified a number of issues to address.
Junction boss moves across BGL to become Bennetts director
Bike insurance specialist Bennetts has appointed BGL's associate director of e-commerce and marketing in the Junction partnerships division as the newest director.
Crawford to realise superstorm Sandy claims in Q4
Crawford & Company has anticipated that superstorm Sandy will generate "significant claims" expected to materialise in the fourth-quarter results.
Bloodstock specialist signals growth plans with four signings
Specialist bloodstock and private client intermediary Weatherbys Hamilton will appoint four new partners in 2013.