Regulation
Chartis shake-up linked to Solvency II
Chartis UK chief executive Alexander Baugh has been appointed president and CEO of Chartis Europe Holdings.
Allianz raises concerns over crane scheme
Allianz Engineering has questioned the effectiveness of a new tower crane safety scheme due to come into force on 6 April.
Tories: FSA consumer body will not alter plan
The Financial Services Authority has stepped up its intensive supervision goals for 2010, by outlining plans for a new consumer protection committee.
FSA targets Solvency II and PPI in business plan
The Fiancial Services Authority will focus on Solvency II preparation and the conduct of payment protection insurance providers in its 2010/11 business plan.
FSA targets Solvency II and PPI in business plan
The Fiancial Services Authority will focus on Solvency II preparation and the conduct of payment protection insurance providers in its 2010/11 business plan.
Insurers and reinsurers need to be aware of the third party liability climate change lawsuits
Kyle Danish, partner at law firm Van Ness Feldman, told delegates at the World Insurance Forum in Bermuda today, that they need to be aware of lawsuits currently in the early stages of litigation in the US.
Belgian insurer signs deal to help achieve solvency II compliance
Belgian insurance company Mercator has taken Barrie & Hibbert's Economic Scenario Generator. The main application of the ESG will be economic capital management and assistance in ALM decisions.
Belgian insurer signs deal to help achieve solvency II compliance
Belgian insurance company Mercator has taken Barrie & Hibbert's Economic Scenario Generator. The main application of the ESG will be economic capital management and assistance in ALM decisions.
Ceiops stress test highlights industry resolve in the face of crises
Ceiops has declared that in an adverse scenario, which mirrored the development of capital markets between the end of September 2008 and the end of September 2009, its recent exercise resulted only in a marginal impact of a loss of 10bn euro,…
Ceiops stress test highlights industry resolve in the face of crises
Ceiops has declared that in an adverse scenario, which mirrored the development of capital markets between the end of September 2008 and the end of September 2009, its recent exercise resulted only in a marginal impact of a loss of 10bn euro,…
IIB disappointed with “bleak” FSA fee and levy proposals
The Institute of Insurance Brokers has revealed its disappointment with the FSA’s proposals to change its fee structure and increase Financial Services Compensation Scheme levies for 2010/11.
European risk managers join chorus of concern over Solvency II
The Federation of Europe Risk Management Associations today said that although it supports the goal of Solvency II, its members are concerned by the impact the recommendations of the Committee of European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Supervisors…
European risk managers join chorus of concern over Solvency II
The Federation of Europe Risk Management Associations today said that although it supports the goal of Solvency II, its members are concerned by the impact the recommendations of the Committee of European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Supervisors…
Q&A - Markel
In the latest of a regular focus on European insurance companies and brokers, Insurance Insight talks to Esteban Manzano, managing director, Markel Spain.
Insurance investigation announced by European Commission
Michel Barnier has announced an in-depth examination of insurance against natural catastrophes.
Insurance investigation announced by European Commission
Michel Barnier has announced an in-depth examination of insurance against natural catastrophes.
Consumer protection committee proposed
The Financial Services Authority, Office of Fair Trading and Financial Ombudsman Service have proposed the creation of a consumer protection committee to scan for emerging risks.
Mutual body blasts solvency II plans
"If the principle of proportionality introduced by Solvency II does not work in practice, we are likely to see aggressive market consolidation," claims AMICE boss.
Mutual body blasts solvency II plans
"If the principle of proportionality introduced by Solvency II does not work in practice, we are likely to see aggressive market consolidation," claims AMICE boss.
CEA: still time to get Solvency II right despite fears over Ceiops
A new CEA report demonstrates that overly prudent capital requirements would restrict the insurance industry's role not only as a risk-absorber but also as an institutional investor financing long-term economic growth.
CEA: still time to get Solvency II right despite fears over Ceiops
A new CEA report demonstrates that overly prudent capital requirements would restrict the insurance industry's role not only as a risk-absorber but also as an institutional investor financing long-term economic growth.
Biba 2010 Countdown: Get to know your Biba representatives.
With 10 weeks to go before the start of the British Insurance Brokers¹ Association conference, Post has decided to shine a light on some of the perhaps lesser-known staff at the trade body. This week, we talk to Lindsay Campbell, Biba executive assistant.
Election 2010: Interview - Colin Breed MP, Lib Dems
The Liberal Democrats' voice has been prominent during the recent economic turmoil. In the third of Post's six-part profile on all the major parties, Jonathan Swift talks to MP Colin Breed, the party's shadow Treasury minister.
ILAA targets FSA fees
The newly-formed Independent Loss Adjusters Association has pledged to make Financial Services Authority fees its top priority when it officially launches in spring.