Scotland
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.
Insurance insolvency rates fall by 86%
Just five insurance firms were insolvent in July this year compared to 452 in business services, according to new research.
Regional broker buys could boost Oval headcount by 200
Oval's plan to acquire insurance brokers in the next two years could add up to 200 more people to its 24-strong regional office network.
Scottish police roll out campaign against uninsured drivers
Police in Scotland have launched a three-day clamp-down on uninsured and unlicensed drivers, following a survey stating that there are currently around 1.2 million uninsured drivers nationwide.
EA reduces flood alerts despite weekend of heavy rain
The Environment Agency has halved the number of UK flood alerts this morning after a weekend of heavy rain led to flooding and disruption in parts of south-west England and the Scottish borders.
North of the border: Encouraging signs for new guidelines
The recent case of Lydia Kelly v Upper Clyde Shipbuilders marked the first decision of a jury on bereavement damages since the Inner House laid down new procedural guidelines for jury trials in the case of Hamilton v Ferguson Transport (Spean Bridge) …
Insolvency rate falls among SMEs
The number of SMEs to become insolvent fell in June compared with June 2011, while insolvencies among larger firms increased year on year.
Aviva confirms Stewart for Scotland sales manager role
Aviva has poached RSA's Scotland and Northern Ireland sales manager, Sandra Stewart.
NIG introduces underwriting manager for Scotland
NIG has vowed to further strengthen its proposition in Scotland following the appointment of Neil Bowen as area underwriting manager.
ECIC bids to help contractors in tough times
The Electrical Contractors' Insurance Company has opened an office in Scotland designed to build its partnerships with brokers and trade associations.
Ace Scotland boss Macfarlane looks at new staff and broker business
Ace's new Scotland boss, Andy Macfarlane, pictured, could add to the firm's 200-strong Glasgow office with Aberdeen being a possible location owing to the insurer's contacts in the oil and gas sector.
North of the Border: A change in equity law for Scotland?
The Lloyds TSB Foundation for Scotland is an independent charitable organisation, and one of four that distributes 1% of pre-tax profits for the bank to various charities.
NIG targets Scottish SME expansion
NIG has vowed to strengthen its Glasgow-based team by recruiting extra underwriters and phasing renewals handling back to the city in a bid to explore opportunities in the Scottish SME market.
Energy: Overcapacity causing problems as market rates stagnate
It has been a tumultuous few years for the insurance industry, and not many sectors have been affected as much as energy.
Beachcroft and Andersons eye cross-border services in joint venture
International law firm DAC Beachcroft and Andersons Solicitors have agreed a joint venture - DAC Beachcroft Scotland – which will come into effect from 3 September.
Brokers fear possible negative impact of Scottish independence on industry
As the Scottish National Party's campaign for independence in the 2014 referendum gets underway, the insurance industry has expressed concern about how it might be regulated in an independent Scotland.
Editor's comment: Brokers more measured than Mel
This week, Scottish independence - and where businesses stand on the issue - was in the headlines, and very few major firms have raised their heads over the parapet to express a view on the subject.
Post magazine – 15 March 2012
The latest issue of Post is now available to subscribers as a digital and interactive e-book.
Academic paper suggests England learn from Scotland about flood risk prevention
An academic made a splash this week by publishing a paper calling for planners, developers and architects to be held "legally liable when they get it wrong and people are flooded" as a way of preventing further flood plain development.
North of the Border: An interest-ing judicial decision
The savers among us have grumbled for some time as the Bank of England rate stagnates at 0.5%, but a recent decision in Scotland could benefit insurers that have grappled with excessive interest on damages for years.
Moreland allies with British Franchise Association
Scottish broker Moreland Insurance has widened its UK reach with a partnership with the British Franchise Association.
Employers’ liability: A fund of last resort
The need for a fund of last resort for employers’ liability claims still divides the insurance community. While plans to create an Employers’ Liability Insurance Bureau have stalled, it still has supporters who are determined to see these proposals come…
Career development: QBE announces Glasgow move
QBE is to move its Glasgow office to larger premises as it seeks to grow its Scottish workforce in 2012.
Interview - Bobby Gracey & Dr James Lygate: The future of forensics
Despite an abrupt and fractious first meeting many years ago, Bobby Gracey and Dr James Lygate are now business partners. The duo explain their plans for growth and diversification at IFIC.