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Post magazine - 8 October 2015
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Claimant on hunger strike outside DLG offices in Bromley
A disgruntled Direct Line Group customer has said he is willing to die outside the firm's Bromley office in a dispute over claims.
Inaugural terror reinsurance event launched in London
Pool Re has announced the inaugural Congress for National Terrorism reinsurance Pools event in London later this month.
Volkswagen to begin recall in January 2016
Troubled motor manufacturer Volkswagen will begin recalling cars that have been fitted with emission test-cheating software in January next year.
Harmer to succeed Wilkins as IAG CEO
Peter Harmer, CEO of IAG Labs, is to become managing director and CEO of Insurance Australia Group on 16 November.
Analysis: Is flexibility the way forward for China’s motor market?
Adding more flexibility to the Chinese motor insurance market will create opportunities for foreign insurers to differentiate themselves on both price and product design, writes Nicky Burridge.
Editor's Comment: Never say never again
This week, the Economic Minister to the Treasury Harriet Baldwin reportedly accused claims management companies of having gotten “completely out of control”, as the government called for evidence to make good on its summer budget promise of looking into…
Penny Black's Insurance Week: 8 October 2015
Last week, Penny was filled with dread as the calendar turned to October and the countdown to her most hated month of the year began.
Postscript: 8 October 2015
Fresh from Facebook; Did you see; The Big Picture and The Big Debate.
Insurers need to act fast to take advantage of connected homes opportunity
Insurers need to act now or risk losing out on the significant opportunity provided by the rapid emergence of connected homes, CP Consulting has urged.
Insurance Act: Let's pretend
Mock trial puts the Insurance Act to the test.
Cyber Security: Masked intruder
A whopping 81% of large organisations suffered a cyber-attack last year. With the number of attacks on the increase, are insurers offering new areas of coverage to protect policyholders in the event of a data breach?
In Series: Liability and Collaboration: Collective conscience
Champions of compulsory public liability insurance say insurers have a moral obligation to redress claimants, while opponents say that forcing mandatory cover on businesses is not addressing the real problem. So who’s right?
Interview: Susan Stevenson: Keeping the customer happy
A background in marketing at American Express has helped Cigna CEO Susan Stevenson make sure customer service comes at the top of her list.
Market Moves - 8 October 2015
All the latest movers and shakers on the insurance scene
C-Suite - Insurer: Looking after your own
Supporting colleagues breeds loyalty, which can extend to the customer, too, says Peter Sinden, general insurance director of sales and service, LV.
Insurance Europe launch climate change awareness campaign
Insurance Europe has launched a new campaign to raise awareness about the need to take steps to limit global warming.
Co-operative insurance moved from subsidiary to main group
The Co-operative has moved its general insurance operation from its banking subsidiary into the main group.
Compre given capital backing for acquisition trail after CPBE deal completes
Private equity house CBPE Capital has pledged that extra capital will be available to fund acquisitions following the completion of its takeover of UK-based legacy specialist Compre for an undisclosed sum.
Benign weather coming to an end as insurers face up to climate change impact
Insurers have been told to brace themselves for similar losses to those experienced in the aftermath of the 2007 and 2013 floods as benign weather conditions subside and the impact of climate change increases over the coming years.
Ferma 2015: Crawford unveils financial lines claims service
Loss adjuster Crawford and Company has responded to growing regulatory action and tightening legislation by launching a new financial lines claims service throughout Europe.
Now Health releases cashless mobile app
Private medical insurer Now Health International has released an iOS app for claims, payments and to find medical providers.
Allianz and Axa are leading the global brand competition
Allianz and Axa are the only insurers in Interbrand's annual top 100 best global brands for the second year running.
China's Anbang invests in Toronto
Anbang Insurance has bought a commercial property in Toronto for C$110m (£55.5m).