Scotland
Delta makes three hires
Delta Claims Services has started 2013 with a spate of new additions.
April Group to hire Orkney-based business consultant
The UK arm of France's April Group is looking to appoint a permanent business consultant in the Orkney Islands after growing demand for its medical and income protection policies.
North of the Border: Career path uncertain in cancer case
In Helen McGlone v Greater Glasgow Health Board (2012) the pursuer alleged that the defenders misinterpreted two cervical smear tests in 2006 when she was aged 26.
Scottish independence: Age auld question
The countdown for a vote on Scottish independence has begun. With divergence between Holyrood and Westminster growing already in the claims arena, it's never too early for insurers to ask: will we be ready?
Towergate takes on NFU Mutual team in Aberdeen
Towergate has underlined its retail growth plans for Scotland with the hire of a seven-strong team to the consolidator's Aberdeen office.
Giles boosts presence in Scotland and Northern Ireland
Giles Insurance Brokers has made four additions to its expanding team in Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Biba: Scottish independence could pose problems for cross-border trade
Brokers have been warned that Scottish independence could result in heightened trade barriers between insurance businesses operating north and south of the border.
Editor's comment: Dread of devolution differences
The inherent skill and unifying philosophy of the insurance industry is based on a fatalistic acceptance that even the most unlikely event has a nasty habit of happening when you least expect it.
Biba broaches independence issue with Scottish brokers
The British Insurance Brokers' Association is talking to its members about how Scotland's insurance sector would be affected if Scottish voters choose independence in 2014.
Liberty Mutual names Marsh broker as Scotland lead
Commercial lines underwriter Liberty Mutual Insurance has recruited Caroline Inglis to head up a new Scottish operation.
Glasgow office for Parabis
Parabis has begun its campaign for a Scottish presence with the opening of an office in Glasgow.
North of the border: Longtail liability test
Local authorities glimpse significant savings in a mesothelioma judgment that is likely to be appealed, says Kate Donachie.
Uninsured motorists in Scotland face having their cars crushed
Experts from the Motor Insurance Bureau are being drafted in to provide specialist training to Strathclyde Police officers ahead of a new campaign in which uninsured drivers face having their cars crushed.
North of the border: Putting plaques into practice
Pleural plaques are, of course, compensable in Scotland once again, says Toni Ashby.
Questgates opens Belfast base
Specialist loss adjuster Questgates has established a new office in Belfast and has made a string of Merlin Claims hires.
DAC Beachcroft unveils Scottish practice
DAC Beachcroft and Scottish insurance legal practice Andersons Solicitors have merged to form DAC Beachcroft Scotland.
Marsh moves in with Mercer in 'iconic' Glasgow building
Marsh has reloctated its Glasgow operations to HFD Group's G1 office building on George Square.
Giles Insurance boosts Falkirk branch with new hires
Ian Smith has joined the broker as branch director, while two development executives have also been recruited.
Questgates snaps up third Merlin adjuster ahead of Scottish market push
Questgates has underlined its Scottish presence by opening an office in Livingston and recruiting former Merlin adjuster Ashley Clancy to bolster its team north of the border.
Ace to open Aberdeen office
Ace Group is to open an office in Aberdeen before the end of 2012.
Kwik Fit helps staff find new roles ahead of Glasgow consolidation
Kwik Fit Financial Services will press ahead with consolidating its insurance business in Glasgow, after revealing that the majority of the 170 employees affected by the closure of its Birmingham office have secured new positions.
Swinton opens first commercial office in Scotland
Swinton has its first foothold in the Scottish commercial insurance market with the acquisition of Kirkintilloch Insurance Services.
Online exclusive: Will no-fault compensation soon become a reality in Scotland?
The Scottish government has today (20 August 2012) launched a consultation on no-fault compensation north of the border for injuries resulting from clinical treatment.