Ireland
Cedants less likely to transfer business to reinsurers, says AM Best
Europe’s 20 largest cedants are benefitting from lower reinsurance rates and stronger bargaining power according to ratings agency AM Best.
RSA facing constructive dismissal suit from former Ireland CEO
RSA is facing a court battle over the departure of former Ireland CEO Philip Smith last year following his decision to sue for constructive dismissal.
Liberty’s Irish CEO O’Brien steps down
The CEO of Liberty Insurance in Ireland is to step down three years after being appointed to lead the reform of the formerly Seán Quinn-run business.
CFS boss Campbell to lead BLM's Irish business following merger
Campbell Fitzpatrick Solicitors managing partner Peter Campbell is to lead BLM’s Irish business following the completion of the merger between the two law firms.
Europe: Ireland update
David Worsfold takes a look at how the recovery of the Irish economy, as well as challenges such as regulation from Europe, is affecting Irish insurers and brokers
UK General hands claims boss Irish reins as it plots growth driven by internal capacity
Leeds-based insurer UK General has named claims director Nicola Sumner as its new director of Ireland for insurance, boasting a plan for expansion into Ireland backed by its own capacity.
Northern Irish broker partners with Assembly to create 60 Newry jobs
Independent broker Autoline has partnered with the Northern Irish Assembly to create 60 new jobs at its Newry headquarters.
BLM beefs up Irish presence by joining forces with CFS
BLM is to incorporate Northern Irish risk and insurance law firm Campbell Fitzpatrick Solicitors in a move that will result in the combined operation being bolstered by 21 legal experts, including eight partners.
Allianz Worldwide Care unveils new products after France health merger
Dublin-based insurer Allianz Worldwide Care has entered the life and disability market after a merger with the international health business of Allianz France.
Claims Club News: UK firms told to keep an eye on Ireland for PPO regime improvements
UK insurers hoping to see improvements in the periodical payment order regime should carefully monitor a review of PPOs taking place in the Republic of Ireland, according to BLM partner Joe Wakeford.
RSA CEO Hester breaks silence on new UK boss Steve Lewis
RSA group chief executive Stephen Hester has proclaimed Steve Lewis will provide the "strong leadership, energy and commitment to make the changes that will ensure the future success of our UK and Western Europe businesses".
Gable expands into Ireland with Precision deal
Liechtenstein-based Gable has completed a new agreement that will see the firm collaborate with Irish managing general agent Precision Underwriting.
RSA unveils changes to global broker function
Former Benfield Group general counsel Derek Walsh will take over responsibility for RSA’s global broker sales with key relationship managers following the retirement of Paul Donaldson at the end of the month.
Quinn family seeking compensation from state in £3.6bn lawsuit
The family of Quinn Insurance founder Sean Quinn has filed a €4.5bn (£3.6bn) lawsuit against the Central Bank of Ireland, the Minister of Finance and 10 directors of the Anglo Irish Bank.
Willis & Co plans Irish expansion with new Coleraine office
Independent northern Irish broker Willis & Company has opened a new office in Coleraine.
Too late for UK to follow Ireland's lead on injury board model
The chief executive of Ireland's Injuries Board has said it is too late for a similar personal injury compensation model to be established in the UK.
Liberty Insurance appointed lead underwriter for Hughes
Liberty Mutual's Irish subsidiary has agreed to become the lead underwriter of Hughes Insurance following its acquisition of the Northern Ireland broker announced yesterday.
Liberty Insurance acquires Northern Ireland broker Hughes
Liberty Insurance has acquired Northern Ireland broker Hughes Insurance, according to Post's sister publication Insurance Age.
Q&A: RSA boss Stephen Hester gives Post the inside track
Four months after taking over the reins at RSA, group chief executive Stephen Hester talks to Post about the reasons behind his decision to take the plunge into the general insurance industry, how the firm’s strategic action plan is progressing, life…
IBA urges passporting rethink in wake of Setanta collapse
The Irish Brokers Association has written to Ireland’s Finance Ministry, raising concerns about inadequate regulation in the lead-up to the collapse of Malta-based motor insurer Setanta Insurance.
RSA axes Deloitte legal action plans
RSA has dropped plans to pursue Deloitte over the crisis which enveloped its Ireland business last year, Post can reveal.
Technology and urbanisation among risk megatrends, XL warns
Greater connectivity and technology are intensifying global risks and contributing to the world's current state of volatility, XL's Jacob Rosengarten told the European Insurance Forum today.
Ace launches mobile app for web trading platform
Ace has launched a mobile ipad app for its web-trading platform, Ace Online, which allows brokers to quote and bind new business on behalf of clients.
Quindell sues Gotham City after research note sparks share price drop
Analysts urge outsourcer “to allay investors fears” ahead of main listing