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Trade bodies agree to further Flood Re exclusions talks
The Association of British Insurers and the British Insurance Brokers' Association have agreed to ongoing discussions around customers excluded from Flood Re.
Insurers seek clarity over tangible returns from infrastructure investment
ABI looks to secure 20-year investment partnership with government
ABI outlines Flood Re SME exclusion stance at Defra meeting
The Association of British Insurers reiterated its view there is no evidence SMEs have a problem accessing affordable flood cover at a meeting between government and representative organisations yesterday.
Flooding: The future of flooding
As the Statement of Principles nears expiry and with the imminent introduction of Flood Re, what does the future hold for flood cover?
Comment: Health hazards post-flooding
The health impact of mould and bacteria after a flood event are generally overlooked
Flood defence funding at 'bare minimum'
Funding for maintaining flood defences is at a "bare minimum" and is the first area to be cut when "budgets are tight", according to the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee.
C-Suite - Insurer: Somerset: picking up the pieces
Devastation from the Somerset Levels flooding is still evident but the claims process is in full swing
Language barrier problematic for insurers in claims process
The London riots of 2011 have been highlighted as an example of how a potential breakdown in communication can hinder the claims process following a catastrophic incident.
Penny Black's Insurance Week - 5 June 2014
Penny’s cockles were well and truly warmed this week to see victims of this winter’s flooding in Somerset band together in support of those hit by similar events in the Balkans.
C-Suite - Insurer: Take the long-term view
Insurers must stop unsustainable commodity pricing in commercial property claims
Flash flooding frequency to increase with climate change
The UK faces the prospect of much more frequent flash flooding during the summer months as a result of climate change, according to a study published in the journal Nature Climate Change.
Balkans flooding to cost billions of euros
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development estimates the cost of damage as the result of horrific flooding will be well over €2bn.
Zurich calls for more flood mitigation support
International insurer Zurich wants more money and effort spent on flood prevention.
Editor's comment: Is the Flood Re tide turning?
News the Flood Re scheme has flowed further down the river towards implementation next year has failed to dampen hopes among vociferous industry and political figures that excluded groups will be provided for.
Flood Re CEO Woolgrove to address Post's Disaster: Risk & Response event
The acting Flood Re CEO Tom Woolgrove has been added to the impressive speaker roster for the upcoming Post event, Disaster: Risk and Response.
Tens of thousands hit by huge flooding in Bosnia and Serbia
Over 40 people have died and thousands of people have been left temporarily homeless after three months of rain fell across three days in Serbia and Bosnia.
Water Bill handed Royal Assent
The Water Bill has completed the final stage in passing into law, bringing with it the official introduction of the Flood Re scheme.
BIBA: Conference Speakers: Amanda Blanc and Kevin Hancock
This year’s British Insurance Broker’s Association conference, held in Manchester on 13 to 15 May, will see more than 5000 attendees descend on Manchester. We caught up with some of the speakers to find out a bit more about them and what they thought…
Career development: ABI releases industry guide to non-modelled catastrophe risks
The Association of British Insurers has published an industry guide to better identify, assess and manage non-modelled aspects of global catastrophe risks.
Heavy rain kills 21 and causes disruption in China, Macau and Hong Kong
Four days of heavy rain in China, Macau and Hong Kong, killed at least 21 people, flooded many areas, disrupted flights and train services.
Black rain hits Hong Kong again
For the second time this year the Hong Kong Observatory has raised the black rain warning as thunderstorms hit the city on 8 and 9 May.
C-Suite - Insurer: Insurers must be all ears
Customers say they want to feel they are being listened to during the claims process – we must take heed
ABI close to naming Flood Re CEO as search for CFO begins
The Association of British Insurers expects to unveil a full time chief executive of Flood Re in June and has begun its search for a chief financial officer.
Homeowners urged to speak out against Flood Re exclusions
The British Property Federation is calling on flood-prone residents to speak out amid fears the introduction of the Flood Re scheme next year will leave millions without access to affordable flood cover.