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Travelers targets UK PL market for expansion
Travelers is eyeing expansion opportunities in the UK personal lines market, according to the newly appointed chief executive of its European operation.
News analysis - Provident Insurance: signed, sealed, delivered
The ink has just dried on the deal that sees ownership of Provident move from troubled US firm Ally Financial to French company Covea. Daniel Dunkley reports on what the future holds for the motor insurer.
Motor price hikes forcing drivers to withhold info
Sharp rises in motor insurance premiums are prompting more drivers to withhold information, as rising costs make insurance unaffordable for some, the AA has warned.
Higos warns SMEs not to take insurance lightly
SMEs are at risk of not taking out the correct insurance by obtaining online quotes which may not come to light until they claim.
Post magazine – 14 April 2011
The latest issue of Post magazine is now available to subscribers as a digital and interactive e-book.
Eversheds welcomes “common sense” Baker ruling
Law firm Eversheds has backed the Supreme Court ruling overturning the case of Baker v Quantum, hailing the decision as a victory for “common sense”.
Baker ruling brings “much needed clarity”
Law firm Keoghs has hailed the Supreme Court ruling in Baker v Quantum for employer’s liability deafness claims.
Telematics can curb motor insurance increases
Metaskil managing director Ian Faulkner has said the industry should not ignore developments in telematics as motor insurance premiums continue to rise.
Identity fraudsters target motor insurers
Fraud rates in the insurance sector remain in line with full year figures for 2008 and 2009, according to a new report published by Experian.
Keoghs: Insurance fraud spreading beyond city walls
The tough economic climate and improving fraud investigation techniques have resulted in a significant increase in suspicious claims across England and Wales, according to Keoghs.
ABI calls for referral fee ban
The Association of British Insurers has called for a ban on referral fees after AA research revealed that the average cost of motor insurance premiums has risen 40% in the last year.
AA: Young driver insurance premium rises are "unsustainable"
The sharp rises in motor insurance premiums are leading to more drivers withholding information when taking out a policy or exaggerating personal injury claims, the AA has warned.
Now Health close to signing 50th European intermediary partner
International private medical insurance provider Now Health is close to signing up its 50th European intermediary partner – just three months after it launched in January 2011.
Now Health close to signing 50th European intermediary partner
International private medical insurance provider Now Health is close to signing up its 50th European intermediary partner – just three months after it launched in January 2011.
Zurich confirms Norgrove appointment
Zurich has confirmed the appointment of Ken Norgrove as chief executive for its general insurance business in Ireland.
Zurich confirms Norgrove appointment
Zurich has confirmed the appointment of Ken Norgrove as chief executive for its general insurance business in Ireland.
Derrick Cole ACII: An obituary
The death is announced of Derrick Cole at the age of 84 after a long career in insurance.
Chartis to hand fraud file to police
Chartis has issued instructions for a file to be handed to police relating to a £200 000 motor insurance fraud case.
Covea confirms Provident purchase
MMA parent company Covea has confirmed its purchase of Ally Financial-owned motor insurer Provident Insurance.
Ageas completes retail management line up
Ageas has named Nick Lemans as finance director as part of a raft of new hires in its retail division.
Covea confirms Provident purchase
MMA parent company Covea has confirmed its purchase of Ally Financial-owned motor insurer Provident Insurance.
Biba teams up with All Clear Insurance
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has appointed All Clear Insurance as the provider of its new non standard medical travel scheme.
Axa cuts to hit commercial
Sources close to Axa UK's personal lines division and broker Bluefin have insisted management cuts will only affect commercial lines.
HR focus - default retirement age: retiring gracefully
The abolition of the default retirement age comes into force later this year. Paul Cann explores potential consequences for employers as they prepare to accommodate an ageing workforce.