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International conflicts biggest threat to global stability
The biggest threat to the stability of the world in the next 10 years comes from the risk of international conflict, according to the 10th edition of the Global Risks report published by the World Economic Forum.
ABI reaffirms two-thirds of industrial deafness claims are rejected
The Association of British Insurers has backed analyst claims that the industry is repudiating roughly two-thirds of industrial deafness claims, despite some firms suggesting rates north of 80%.
Blog: Five emerging trends to watch out for this year
This week Post gazed into its crystal ball to discover what 2015 held for the insurance market. Below are five of the most exciting (but also sobering) discoveries about the year ahead.
16% of Britons ‘horrified’ by driverless cars
Almost half of British adults would be unwilling to be a passenger in a driverless car while 16% are “horrified” by the idea, according to research from Uswitch.
Saga launching motor panel to expand customer base
Saga has created a new panel of motor insurers to build out its client base, while also plotting to double takings from its travel business.
57 flood warnings issued across UK
Environment agencies for the UK have issued a barrage of flood warnings as the country continues to suffer the impact of Storm Rachel.
Home businesses call for insurer partners to offer advice
Around 145,000 home-based business owners do not have business insurance because they believe their commercial activities are covered under their home insurance policy, according to Direct Line for Business.
More Than exploring pet telematics offering
More Than is considering a telematics-type offering for pets with a view to launching a product later this year.
Axa Art appoints quartet of regional CEOs
Axa Art has shuffled its global leadership by appointing four new regional CEOs taking their roles with immediate effect.
Canopius claims head East resigns ahead of QBE move
QBE European Operations has appointed Canopius head of claims Mike East to the role of claims technical director.
Post magazine – 15 January 2015
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Hiscox buys two MGAs from Randall & Quilter
Hiscox has bought two London-based managing general agents R&Q Marine Services and Synergy Insurance from Randall & Quilter Investment Holdings.
Cigna moves into New Zealand over fifties travel market
Cigna New Zealand has unveiled its first own branded online travel insurance product aimed at the mature traveller.
SMEs vulnerable to fines by skimping on insurance cover
More than 200,000 UK SMEs do not have insurance cover in place, according to research from LV Broker.
Reputation, cyber crime fears surge in AGCS risk survey
Rising concerns over loss of reputation and instances of cyber crime have dominated the UK results of Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty’s most recent risk barometer survey.
Editor's comment: Je Suis Charlie
On 7 January terrorists attacked free speech by shooting dead 12 innocent journalists and police at the offices of the French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo.
Insurers' investment incomes at risk from Eurozone deflation
UK general insurers' investment incomes are in danger of being impacted by current Eurozone deflation that could hamper firms' overall results, according to industry experts.
Penny Speed Meets... Cathy Taylor, head of commercial underwriting and operations, Ageas
Penny meets Ageas head of commercial underwriting and operations, Cathy Taylor
Penny Black’s Insurance Week - 15 January
Penny was among the insurance hacks walking the hallowed halls of Lloyd’s this week to meet City minister Andrea Leadsom MP.
Historic Child Abuse: Ensuring justice
The increasing number of historic child abuse cases is placing new demands on public authorities, insurers and liability adjusters seeking the truth
Legal update: Mitigation actions could cut your losses
Michael Burns welcomes a court ruling on the effect of a claimant’s action in mitigation of their loss
Unoccupied Properties: Building an unoccupied checklist
Unoccupied properties are a growing problem for insurers so what should brokers bear in mind when presenting information to underwriters?
Evidence for reinsurance reforms expected to centre around regulation and tax
The cost of regulation, tax and immigration are the themes expected to come under the microscope following a plea for evidence on potential reinsurance reforms by City minister Andrea Leadsom MP.
Floods: One year on
After the government announced properties in council tax bands H and I would be eligible for Flood Re, how are insurers prepared for future flood events and what have they learned since 2014?