Flooding
Flooding and toxic mould
by Alan Dobson
Climate change outlook sparks calls for increased government flood spend
A report predicting a dramatic increase in European flood risk exposure due to climate change has prompted calls for the UK government to up its spending on flood defences.
BIA Countdown: 20 years of major loss
As part of Post’s countdown to the 20th anniversary of the British Insurance Awards in July, we spoke to major loss experts at insurers and claims firms who have experienced wins over the years, asking them how the industry has changed since the first…
One third of flood victims without home insurance survey finds
One third of British adults affected by the recent UK floods don’t have insurance that protects their home from flooding, a PWC and You Gov survey has found.
Ageas confirms more than 14 500 interim flood payments made
Ageas has made more than 14 500 interim payments to victims of winter flooding in the UK, chief executive Andy Watson says.
Climate change report forecasts increased flooding by 2080
The UK is expected to be among the countries worst hit by flooding by the 2080s, according to the fifth report by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change.
Masojada urges Lords to support Flood Re amendment
Hiscox chief executive officer Bronek Masojada has written to all members of the House of Lords urging them to support an amendment to the Flood Re scheme.
Budget 2014: pension shakeup to open the door for general insurance players
Insurers’ share prices plummet following Chancellor’s annuity vow.
Trade Voice: Floods are a chance to prove ourselves
Joined-up thinking and a collaborative approach to assisting families and businesses affected by this winter’s floods has been a point of interest.
Document fraud uncovered amid industry response to floods
Opportunistic fraudsters have been taking advantage of widespread flooding by lodging bogus commercial property and household claims, according to the Absolute Partnership.
Motorists 'too trusting' of their cars
Drivers have too much faith in their vehicle's ability to deal with floods and bad weather according to Be Wiser insurance.
Osborne pledges £140m for flood defences
Chancellor George Osborne has promised £140m of funding towards flood defences following the storms and floods which wracked the UK over winter.
Flood Re changes 'arbitrary' claims BPF
Changes to include blocks of three or fewer flats into Flood Re are “arbitrary” and “difficult to understand” according to the British Property Federation.
C-Suite - Insurer: A pat on the back for claims teams
The insurance industry should be proud of its handling of the UK’s wettest winter on record.
In Series: Data: Waves of understanding
Data can help insurers assess future storm and flood risks, providing benefits across the business and enhancing modelling processes.
Eric-insured flood victim denied payout
A Wiltshire flood victim has been denied an insurance payout because the policy was underwritten by unlicensed Icelandic insurer European Risk Insurance Company.
IRM criticises government's 'fingers crossed' approach to risk management
The recent flooding episode has highlighted shortcomings in the government’s approach to risk events according to chairman of the Institute of Risk Management, Richard Anderson.
Insurers face £1.1bn floods and storm bill says ABI
Claims for flooding and storm damage this winter will see insurers pay out £1.1bn according to figures from the Association of British Insurers.
C-Suite - Insurer: Flood Re is a PR time bomb
Flood insurance must be all-inclusive, for the sake of both UK homes and the industry’s image.
Household: On steady ground?
How is the household insurance market coping with the cost of claims from extreme weather events and the aggregator‑induced focus on pricing?
International: Asia: Living with disasters
The insurance community is playing an increasingly important role in helping vulnerable communities in Asia adapt to climate change both before and after a disaster.
Co-op Insurance to offer help for flood victims
Co-operative Insurance has launched a package of measures to help customers that have been impacted by the recent floods including advice on home repairs.
L&G under no pressure to raise property rates, claims GI boss
L&G general insurance director Mark Holweger claims his firm’s positive 2013 results has reduced the likelihood of increasing property rates over the coming year.
L&G GI business trims 2013 COR to 84% but flood losses loom
Legal & General’s general insurance business recorded an improved combined operating ratio for 2013 of 84% (2012: 95%), while premiums were up 7% to £375m.