Scotland
Brit appoints two in Glasgow
Brit Insurance has boosted boosts Glasgow operations with property & combined hires.
RBS to shed 640 Direct Line jobs
Royal Bank of Scotland is set to cut more than 600 Glasgow-based Direct Line staff, the BBC reports.
RBS to shed 640 Direct Line jobs
Royal Bank of Scotland is set to cut more than 600 Glasgow-based Direct Line staff, the BBC reports.
Postscript - 50 years ago: First female inspector appointed
Looking back through Post's back catalogue paints a unique picture of more than 150 years of insurance news, this highlight from 50 years ago reveals.
Climate change - flood defences: Manning the defences
With the government cutting the budget for flood and coastal risk management and the coming expiry of the Statement of Principles, Amy Ellis looks at the future of flood defence.
North of the Border: Waiver of proceedings
The recent opinion of Lord Glennie in the petition of Scottish Lion Insurance Company considered application of the principle of waiver to proceedings under section 899 of the Companies Act 2006. This is the first judicial finding on the application of…
Interview - Stewart McCulloch: Sticking to his knitting
The new CEO of Garwyn talks to Mairi MacDonald about getting the loss adjuster back on track by sticking to its core strengths while expanding its regional focus.
News comment - Lord Gill: Call and response
After two-and-a-half years, Lord Gill published his report into civil court procedure in Scotland. Carly Stewart details the recent response by Court of Session judges.
Scots apprenticeships
Cunningham Lindsey is offering apprenticeship places in Scotland for the first time.
Amlin appoints former Aon director to broker role
Amlin has appointed Patrick McMillen as business development and broker relationship manager.
Cunningham Lindsey launches apprenticeship scheme in Scotland
Cunningham Lindsey is offering apprenticeship places in Scotland for the first time.
QBE hires Scotland head
QBE has appointed Maureen Robertson as commercial manager, leading its business in Scotland.
QBE appoints Scotland boss
QBE has appointed Maureen Robertson as commercial manager, leading its business in Scotland.
Marsh restructures Scottish operation
Marsh has made senior appointments to its Scottish national corporate business, which provides risk and insurance advice for mid to large size corporates.
Kwik Fit fan Smith hails the potential of £215m broker deal
Fortis UK has secured access to the Kwik Fit group's database of motor repair customers as well as the brand for a minimum of 10 years as part of its £215m acquisition of its insurance intermediary arm.
Career development & CSR news: Barrie & Hibbert supports risk academy at Heriot-Watt
Risk modelling specialist Barrie & Hibbert has announced its support of the Scottish Financial Risk Academy, which it claims is the first of its kind in the UK. It was established by Heriot-Watt University following the award of a £335 000 grant by the…
Technology - E-certificates: Certifiable progress
Jakki May explains that changes to the law regarding e-certificates for motor insurance mean that the industry can now make headway in dispensing with old-style postal delivery, potentially saving millions on printing while also reducing fraud.
North of the Border: Damages (Scotland) Bill
In February it was announced that the Damages (Scotland) Bill would be introduced to the Scottish parliament. Its intention is to repeal and replace the Damages (Scotland) Act 1976, restating the law in a clearer form and, in particular, introducing a…
Ex-Fusion bosses outline MGA plan
The new managing general agency led by Fusion founders Kevin Pallett and Geoff Crisp aims to establish at least five offices as it gears up for its launch next year, backed by Bermuda-based insurance group Aspen.
Kwik Fit bidders close in on deal
The private equity parent of Kwik Fit Insurance is within reach of a deal to sell the motor specialist to a trade buyer, Post understands.
Markel relocates to Glasgow
Markel UK, the retail division of Markel International, has relocated its office in Scotland to Glasgow.
Towergate expands Scottish team
Towergate Risk Solutions has recruited a further two sales executives as part of its drive for continued organic growth in Scotland.
North of the Border: opening the floodgates
In the case of Maureen Flood v University Court of the University of Glasgow, Ms Flood, a university lecturer, claimed damages from her employer for depression caused by workplace stress.
FFDR appoints King
Scottish disaster recovery firm FFDR has appointed Kenny King to head its Aberdeen operation.