Insurer
Blog: Creating clear paths for the future generation of brokers
As Post's first instalment of its Young Broker State of the Nation research this week revealed the next generation of brokers have entered the market based on personal recommendations, LV's Mike Crane reflects on his own route to market and how things…
Towergate concentrates on recovery after 'perfect storm' of 2014
Towergate interim CEO Scott Egan wants to draw a line under 2014 as the company reported its full year results for last year and the first quarter of 2015 today (26 June).
Liberty to axe 270 jobs in Ireland and withdraw from UK motor
Loss making Liberty Insurance is cutting 250 jobs in Ireland and a further 20 in Enniskillen, Northern Ireland over the next 18 months.
Hiscox to acquire RH Specialist Insurance from Willis
Hiscox has agreed a deal with Willis to acquire its specialist UK classic car business, RH Specialist Insurance.
Ofcom changes to trigger 40% increase in call costs for insurers
Insurers have been warned to prepare for a 40% increase in inbound call costs ahead of changes to the way non-geographic numbers are charged.
FCA sparks communications debate
The Financial Conduct Authority has kick-started a debate to encourage firms, consumer groups, and stakeholders to work together to deliver information to consumers in smarter and more effective ways.
Tough motor conditions cause Moody's to downgrade France outlook
Moody's has changed its outlook for the property and casualty market in France from stable to negative, reflecting strong deterioration in motor insurance profitability.
Motor insurers warned against drawing from reserves in face of falling profits
The motor insurance market is expected to fall back into the red this year despite it continuing to be propped up by hefty reserve releases and rising premiums.
Young drivers buck the trend for rising cost of cheapest premiums
The cheapest premiums for young drivers fell by 10.3% over the past 12 months, bucking a trend that saw the lowest rates for all other motorists rise by 0.3%.
Dual expands marine offering in Australia
Hyperion underwriting arm Dual has expanded its global marine and energy practice following the launch of a marine offering at Dual Australia.
Ace hires from AIG for Vietnam president role
Ace has appointed Dang Hoang Tung as its country president, general insurance in Vietnam.
Allied World launches first Asia-Pacific marketing campaign
Following the acquisition of RSA's Hong Kong and Singapore operations, Allied World is building its brand in the region.
Post magazine – 25 June
The latest issue of Post Magazine is now available for Post subscribers. Download the latest Post iOS or Android App Edition on the App Store or Google Play respectively or read the Post Digital Edition online.
Post news editor Callum Brodie declared journalist of the year at Biba awards
Post news editor Callum Brodie won a hat-trick of awards at the British Insurance Brokers’ Association journalist of the year awards this afternoon, including the top prize.
FCA seeks industry feedback on value of publishing claims ratios
In a discussion paper published today, the Financial Conduct Authority has set out and invited comments on options for the publication of product value data, following concerns about poor value and a lack of effective competition in general insurance…
Heather Wheeler succeeds Evans as chair of APPG on insurance & financial service
Heather Wheeler, the MP for Derbyshire South and a former Lloyd’s broker, has been elected the new chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Insurance and Financial Services.
Blog: Telematics - driving fleets forward
Ask a White Van Man if he'd like a ‘spy-in-the-cab' black box and you'll get a colourful answer. But what if that black box could save lives?
Blog: Does the flood resilience certificate go far enough?
Chris Hall takes a look at potential issues with Chartered Insurance Institute's new generation claims group for the creation of a flood resilience certificate for household properties.
FCA defends costs in relation to EU counterparts
The Financial Conduct Authority has disputed its costs are significantly more than other European Union regulators after a critical response from an insurance trade body to its fees and levies for 2015/16.
Gracechurch ranks leading underwriters
Gracechurch has published its 2015 report into the leading underwriters in the London market, voted for by fellow underwriters and brokers.
Blog: Live entertainment - a risky business if you're not protecte
In the UK alone, independent music festivals are now worth an estimated £1billion to the economy. And as festivals continue to grow in popularity and profitability, so too does the amount of money being invested.
Editor's comment: Learn your motoring history
The motor insurance market as a whole has reportedly failed to make an operating profit since 1994, despite some isolated pockets of success. Some analysts, such as EY, predicted an increase of around 2% in motor rates this year – which will end the 13%…
Allum joins Ace as Singapore casualty manager
Jack Allum will join Ace as casualty manager for Singapore on 29 June.
Brexit would be negative for UK financial sector
A vote to leave the European Union could threaten the health of the UK economy and its financial sector, according to Standard & Poor's Ratings Services.