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Co-op considering resillient repairs to combat flood claims
Head of home insurance James Hillon said insurers have a duty to take "lead role" to reduce claims costs.
Axa P&C result hit by UK commercial motor and non motor personal
However, group said Swiftcover was proving a success.
Interview - Coversure: Covering all bases for sure success
Having appointed two well-known market figures, Coversure's profile is on the up. Jonathan Swift met the senior team to get the lowdown on their plans for the franchise-based broker.
Criminal costs
The erosion of costs recovery in criminal cases could have profound effects, even to the extent of innocent parties pleading guilty to avoid substantial legal bills. Mark Skinner and Luke Blackburn detail developments.
At a total loss
Total loss management can cause headaches for claims handlers and policyholders alike. David Patten reflects on customer confrontations, insurer answers and whether there is a better way.
LEIG concerned at defamation proceedings insurance changes
Changes to insurance of proceedings ‘introduce great uncertainty’
UK insurer to create 550 new jobs
Fortis CEO Barry Smith confirms first raft of jobs linked to major business wins.
The Bike Insurer signs British Eurosport deal
Comparison site to become title partner to motorcycle racing events
Marsh outlines affinity intent with new CEO appointment.
Martin South says move follows strategic review.
BGL reports 24% rise in profit despite "tempered" growth
Group grabs market share through Compare The Meerkat campaign
Heath Lambert and Chubb join forces with auction house
Christie's selects partners for new insurance venture
ABI close to naming Haddrill's replacement
Maggie Craig to take interim role until permanent candidate is found.
Close and Open GI sign three year deal
Partnership hailed by both sides.
Home insurance premiums rising according to AA index
Home insurance premiums risen for sixth successive quarter, while contents cover bounces back.
Aviva to integrate European businesses
Single holding company to be set up in Ireland.
Zurich brings in KPMG after UK data loss exposes 51 000 policyholders
European boss Annette Court brands loss "unacceptable".
Vying for possession
Has the consumer ever had it better as the market continues to struggle with reducing margins? Tom Cooper discusses the latest developments in the aggregator market.