Wales
Storms drive claims spike in Scotland, North West England and Wales
Loss adjusters are reporting spike in flood and storm related claims across Scotland, North West England and Wales, as the Met Office extends weather warnings across the UK until the end of Tuesday.
Blog: Environmental enforcement undertakings - what insurers and brokers need to know
Environmental criminal liability in England and Wales has recently undergone a period of significant change. Prosecutions have become fewer in number and fines for prosecutions that do take place have become much larger, according to Aidan Thomson and…
Blog: Discount rate consultations - what do insurers need to consider?
The legal and political landscapes across the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland vary considerably and no less so when it comes to the personal injury discount rate. With negative (and different) discount rates and methodologies adopted in both…
Wales flood claims volume low so far as UK braces for storms
Loss adjusters are on standby following flooding in parts of Wales yesterday, as the Met Office warned of storms across the United Kingdom.
Amanda Blanc looking at 'all strategic options' for Aviva
Amanda Blanc has pledged to address the underperformance of recent years for Aviva’s investors and to set out an ambitious strategic path.
US loss adjuster partners with Williams Pitt and Delta for UK and Ireland launch
US loss adjusting group Global Risk Solutions has formally launched in the UK and Ireland with two strategic partnerships - Delta Claims Solutions and Williams Pitt.
Trio of insurtechs raise almost £20m as market warned of slowdown in investments
A trio of insurtechs have confirmed early-stage fund raising of almost £20m only one week after the market was warned to expect a slowdown in investment due to Covid-19.
CII appoints Helen Phillips as first independent board chair
The Chartered Insurance Institute has made Helen Phillips its first independent chair as it splits the role of leading the board from that of the president.
Admiral CEO and co-founder David Stevens to step down
David Stevens, group CEO and co-founder of Admiral, will leave the role and board in 12 months’ time, the insurer has confirmed.
Admiral gains centre of excellence in wellbeing status
Admiral has been named a centre of excellence in wellbeing by the Great Place to Work Institute.
Amanda Blanc adds rugby to insurance portfolio
Ex-Zurich and Axa boss Amanda Blanc has been appointed as independent chair of Welsh rugby’s Professional Rugby Board.
FCA sets March deadline for CMC permissions
The Financial Conduct Authority has invited claims management to register for temporary permission to continue operating once the sector enters the financial regulator’s remit later this year.
Claims II: Sport injury: Hitting hard
As professional sportspeople complain about their insufficient cover for career-ending injuries, insurers fear a surge in claims from contact sports
Analysis: Sport injury: Hitting hard
As professional sportspeople complain about their insufficient cover for career-ending injuries, insurers fear a surge in claims from contact sports
Preview of 2018: A sneak peek at the coming year
The promised whiplash and discount rate reforms, as well as the UK’s exit from the European Union, are expected to shape the coming year for the industry. Insurers, brokers, loss adjusters and lawyers are wary of political uncertainties and the trends in…
Home premiums on the up as repair costs and fraud escalates
Home insurance premiums are soaring as rising inflation increases the cost of claims while fraud escalates, according to research findings.
Admiral receives government grant to expand business
Admiral received £668,500 from the Welsh government in order to create close to 200 jobs in Cardiff.
Moorhouse appoints Asif John as group director of pricing
Moorhouse Group, which consists of online brokers Construct a Quote, Black & White and Xbroker, has hired Asif John as group director of pricing, actuarial and analytics.
Storm Thomas loss estimated at €213m
Perils has made an initial loss estimate for February’s Storm Thomas of €213m (£182m).
County Group acquires Wrexham Insurance Services
County Group has acquired Wrexham Insurance Services.
Euro 2016: Wales v Slovakia automotive match-up - Final score 4:4
Wales is meeting Slovakia in the group stage of the Euro 2016. But how do both countries compare in terms of automotive industry performances and trading risks?
ABI adds new role to focus on devolved nations
The Association of British Insurers has created a new role to specialise in policy for Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Broking jobs to stay in Wales with government investment
Government backing for Welsh-based commercial broker Moorhouse Group will see almost 90 jobs created in the country, with the company previously considering outsourcing to South Africa.
UK braces for Storm Barney's 45mph winds
More than a third of the UK is expected to experience gusts stronger than 45mph this week as Storm Barney batters the Midlands and Wales.