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Lib Dem set for climate change role in Cameron's cabinet
Liberal Democrat MP Chris Huhne is poised to become energy and climate change secretary, according to reports.
Public sector - Private legal actions: Lack of immunity
The case of Erica Connor v Surrey County Council has shaken the previously safe ground local authorities have been on against private legal actions, reports Peter Wake.
Fortis UK CEO pleased with lot despite £1.8m Q1 net loss
Fortis UK this morning reported non-life and life premiums increased by 18.4 per cent to £234.9m (Q1 2009: £198.4m) in the first quarter of 2010.
Harrison to lead European business
Combined Insurance has appointed Chris Harrison as executive vice president and general manager, Europe, assuming overall leadership responsibility for Combined Insurance’s European business – sales and operations.
Harrison to lead European business
Combined Insurance has appointed Chris Harrison as executive vice president and general manager, Europe, assuming overall leadership responsibility for Combined Insurance’s European business – sales and operations.
LV recruiting for over 160 staff
LV has announced it is recruiting for over 160 jobs in its general insurance business. The jobs currently being recruited for will be based in offices in Bournemouth, Croydon, Basildon, Huddersfield, Leeds and Bristol.
Fitch more positive about German GI sector
Fitch Rating has today revised the outlook for the German non-life insurance sector to stable from negative due what it described as "increased investment income in 2009 and an increase in motor insurance premium rates in early 2010".
Fitch more positive about German GI sector
Fitch Rating has today revised the outlook for the German non-life insurance sector to stable from negative due what it described as "increased investment income in 2009 and an increase in motor insurance premium rates in early 2010".
Aviva sees "potential signs" of return to UK GI growth
Aviva today said it is "seeing signs of a return to volume growth" in its UK general insurance book.
Aviva sees "potential signs" of return to UK GI growth
Aviva today said it is "seeing signs of a return to volume growth" in its UK general insurance book.
RBSI to axe 2000 roles to "regain competitive edge," claims insurance CEO
Royal Bank of Scotland Insurance has revealed a proposal to cut 2000 jobs.
Mondial reports €56m profit for 2009
Mondial Assistance has reported €1.673bn turnover in 2009 (+4.8% or +5.4% at a constant exchange rate) and a return of €56m. Its combined ratio was 95.9 %.
Mondial reports €56m profit for 2009
Mondial Assistance has reported €1.673bn turnover in 2009 (+4.8% or +5.4% at a constant exchange rate) and a return of €56m. Its combined ratio was 95.9 %.
Octagon enters van insurance market
Octagon Insurance has launched a van policy that will be sold via the price comparison site Go Compare.
IIB relaunches member legal advice line
The Institute of Insurance Brokers has re-launched its 24/7 legal advice line for members.
Arc agrees legal expenses deal with Novae
Lloyd’s insurer Novae has appointed Arc Legal Assistance to provide personal legal expenses and a dedicated travel claims service.
IAM Drive and Citroen sign for Arsenal
IAM Drive & Survive and Citroen have agreed to provide an advanced driver training programme to the young players of Premier League giants Arsenal.
RBSI records COR of 113.3% in Q1 2010
Royal Bank of Scotland Insurance has reported a combined operating ratio, including business services costs, of 113.3% for the first quarter of 2010 compared with 101.5% in Q1 2009.
Chartis' Marr appointed IFB director
The Insurance Fraud Bureau has named Chartis vice president of financial crime Glen Marr as its new director.
Mapfre and Banco Do Brasil agree link-up
Spanish insurer Mapfre has formed a strategic alliance with financial institution Banco Do Brasil to form one of the largest insurance groups in the South American country.
Mapfre and Banco Do Brasil agree link-up
Spanish insurer Mapfre has formed a strategic alliance with financial institution Banco Do Brasil to form one of the largest insurance groups in the South American country.
Axa UK motor book grows 31%
Axa has reported that property & casualty revenues were stable at $9.24bn (£7.83bn) compared to the first quarter of 2009 ($9.1bn).
Axa UK motor book grows 31%
Axa has reported that property & casualty revenues were stable at $9.24bn (£7.83bn) compared to the first quarter of 2009 ($9.1bn).