Scotland
Separate conduct regulator proposed in Scottish independence paper
Scotland would set up its own financial conduct regulator if it becomes independent from the UK, according to the Scottish government’s white paper on independence released today.
Market Moves: Big moves among brokers as Lyons and Trott re-emerge in new roles
A hectic spurt of recruitment this week saw some top-level moves at some of the UK’s largest brokers, with Gallagher recruiting an RSA account manager to help run sales in Scotland and Northern Ireland. Meanwhile. the Scottish broker’s former managing…
North of the border: The right to appeal
The current appeal arrangement in Scottish courts looks set to change under new legislation.
Scottish constitution: A separate health and safety regime for Scotland?
The Enterprise and Regulatory Reform Act 2013 is now in force across the UK, however what has gone largely overlooked thus far are the exceptions to ERRA and the potential for a uniquely Scottish approach to the regulation of health and safety.
Ex-Kwik Fit MD Lynch joins Glasgow-based broker
Laurie Ross Insurance has appointed former Kwik Fit Financial Services boss June Lynch as managing director.
North of the Border: Jury still out on court reform plan
It’s been called a “great project of civil court reform” by Lord Gill, and it is true the draft Court Reform (Scotland) Bill is a significant part of the Scottish government’s programme to overhaul and update Scotland’s justice system.
Actuaries report highlights GI challenges facing independent Scotland
An independent Scotland will spark regulatory concerns for consumers as well as opportunities for firms north of the border to establish a fledging general insurance market.
Scotland's Future: Battle of the reports
Earlier this year, the Treasury produced a report on the Scottish Government's proposals for macroeconomic financial regulation in the event of Scottish independence entitled Scotland analysis: Financial services and banking.
Bluefin unveils new sport director
Bluefin Insurance has appointed David Miller as director of Bluefin Sport for Scotland.
Ex HSBC chief economist to address Biba Scotland
Former HSBC economist Dennis Turner is to give the closing presentation at the British Insurance Broker's Association Scottish conference, set to be held near Stirling on 20 November.
Bereavement damages are a ‘postcode lottery’ say lawyers
Bereaved people in Scotland are treated more fairly than those in England and Wales when claiming damages for the loss of a family member, according to research by the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers.
Scottish civil litigation costs review not a repeat of Jackson reforms
Taylor review’s key proposals include QOCS and referral fee approval
Costs report puts victims first
The recent Scottish report on the cost of civil litigation has “blazed a trail for fair play” in courts for injured people, according to the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers.
Scotland's Future - Scottish courts kick-start modernisation
In just over a year (18 September 2014) Scotland will decide whether it wishes to remain part of the UK or become an independent nation.
85 changes to funding Scottish civil litigation recommended
A review into the expenses and funding of civil litigation in Scotland has recommended 85 changes to the current system including solicitors being able to offer their clients "no win, no-fee" agreements.
Post Claims Club: Scottish solicitor covets England’s ‘one size fits all’ fatality claims setup
Claims awards for fatal accidents in Scotland could be made “fairer” by imitating the “one size fits all” approach adopted in the English courts, according to BTO solicitors partner Carly Forrest.
90 jobs go at Direct Line Glasgow as first part of cost-cutting exercise
Direct Line is to axe 90 roles in Glasgow as part of cost-cutting measures announced last June.
Scotland’s future – financial services regulation
Among the questions Scotland's independence referendum raises for the insurance industry is how financial services would be regulated if Scotland votes for independence in September 2014.
Sterling appoints Scotland regional manager
Gerard Hamilton has been appointed Scotland regional development manager at Sterling Insurance.
AJ Gallagher wins Giles race
US-broker AJ Gallagher has entered into exclusive negotiations with Giles, according to reports, beating off competition from Aon and Towergate.
Career file - Cameron McNaught: McNaught takes position in newly-opened Parabis Edinburgh office
Parabis Scotland has appointed defendant insurance lawyer Cameron McNaught as a partner in its newly-opened Edinburgh office.
North of the border: Fallout from a prisoner’s leave
In Ann Thomson v The Scottish Ministers the claimant’s daughter was murdered by John Campbell, a prisoner on short leave.
Giles hires NIG corporate motor specialist
Giles has appointed Anne Norrie as corporate development executive.
Golf clubs face ‘worrying times’ following injury liability settlement
Niddry course avoids Supreme Court with golf injury settlement.