Scotland
Interview: Steve Bamforth: Come together
A one-company man, Steve Bamforth became CEO of Liverpool-based Griffiths & Armour aged just 38. Now, with a strategy of acquiring teams rather than businesses, he gets a buzz from giving youth a chance
Blog: ERRA Update - Scotland poised to reverse the impact of s69?
The Enterprise and Regulatory Reform Act 2013 came into effect over a year ago. Brodies solicitor David Hennessy looks at the Act's impact and a bill proposed to reverse its effects
Clark Thomson buys Willis’ Scottish commercial business and joins WCN
Clark Thomson Insurance Brokers has agreed a deal to acquire Willis’ commercial business in Scotland, while also joining the Willis Commercial Network.
Timetable revealed for Scottish Court Reform
The Lord President, the head of the judiciary in Scotland, has announced the timetable for the implementation of the Courts Reform (Scotland) Act.
Kennedys opens two Scottish offices
Law firm Kennedys has expanded its geographic footprint with the opening of two Scottish offices in Edinburgh and Glasgow.
Post Office creates 75 insurance jobs in Glasgow
Post Office Travel Insurance is to create 75 new jobs in Glasgow over the coming months with further jobs planned for later in the year.
100mph+ winds forecast to batter Scotland
Winds of more than 100mph have been forecast for Scotland later this week, with the Western Isles, Orkney and the north and north-west of the country set to bear the brunt of the weather.
North of the Border: The ramifications of Smith
Following the Scottish referendum, the UK government established the cross-party Smith Commission to make proposals for devolution of further powers to the Scottish Parliament. These recommendations, if implemented, will see yet further differences…
North of the Border: Counting the cost of H&S
Since October 2012, the Health and Safety Executive has sought to recover the cost of investigating an alleged breach of health and safety law from the organisation in question, rather than draining the public purse. It charges £124 per hour.
Regional Review: Glasgow
Glasgow’s reputation as a vibrant, people-orientated city is reflected in its dynamic general insurance market in which over-capacity and a high number of resident brokers have not deterred new players from pouring in. Even hardened insurance…
AIG to re-align distribution function in Scotland and Northern Ireland
AIG has named casualty business boss Ross McLeod as head of its new Glasgow office amid the re-alignment of its distribution function in Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Fusion looks to Aviva for Glasgow-based underwriting hire
Fusion has appointed Richard Daubney as Scotland and Northern Ireland regional underwriting manager as it announces a move to larger premises in Glasgow.
North of the Border: Changes to Health & Safety Act
Section 69 of the Enterprise and Regulatory Act 2013 amended section 47 of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 for accidents occurring after 1 October 2013.
Bluefin confirms Scottish broker purchase
Bluefin has confirmed its acquisition of Scottish broker Regional Insurance Group, completed on 8 October.
Renewable energy: An ill wind?
If a recent Swiss Re report is to be believed, investment in renewable energy is set to skyrocket in the coming years – so why do insurers seem wary of taking on the sector’s risks?
Bluefin to acquire Scottish broker OKD
Bluefin is poised to buy Scottish intermediary OKD Insurance Brokers, Post understands.
Europe: Q&A with Bart de Smet, Ageas
Ageas is committed to the UK's motor sector despite its volatility, according to group chief executive Bart de Smet, who adds that the firm is always keen to gain from consolidation elsewhere.
McGurk to head MSIG Glasgow branch
Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Group at Lloyd's has appointed Magnus McGurk as manager of its Glasgow branch.
Jelf targets £1m Scottish income as it opens shop in Glasgow
Jelf has recruited two former Marsh executives to lead a new office in Glasgow, which gives the Bristol-based intermediary its first base in Scotland.
Lockton buys Griffiths & Armour's Scottish operation
Lockton has completed a deal to acquire the Scottish office of Griffiths & Armour, giving the former its first office in Glasgow.
Attention turns to devolution impact after Scotland rejects independence
Referendum outcome pleases insurers as devolution discussions begin
Financial services turns attention to 'devo max' following Scottish 'no' vote
Uncertainty among Scottish based financial institutions has not been entirely alleviated by the ‘no’ vote on independence, amid plans to devolve additional powers north of the border.
Independent Scotland would face higher infrastructure funding costs, warns Wilson
Aviva group chief executive Mark Wilson has warned that Scotland will face higher costs to access infrastructure funding if it opts to leave the union.
Biba Scotland event to consider sector's future following ‘pivotal’ referendum
The implications of the result of the Scottish referendum for the insurance sector will be dissected in special sessions at the British Insurance Brokers' Association's Scotland Conference.