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Insurers must learn from e-commerce mistakes with digital role integration
Insurance companies need to break down the walls between internal functions to get the most out of the digital marketing opportunities available today.
One-in-four motorists back compulsory in-car cameras
26% of UK motorists believe the Government should mandate in-car cameras in order to limit “crash for cash” schemes, according to a study from the RAC.
Ferma and ECIIA launch new guidance on corporate transparency
The Federation of European Risk Management Associations and the European Confederation of Institutes of Internal Auditing have issued a joint guidance document in response to increased EU requirements for more corporate transparency.
Aviva wins on ‘fundamentally dishonest’ whiplash claim
Aviva has declared victory in court battles over a low-speed whiplash claim, which has been ruled “fundamentally dishonest” by the court, with the claimant ordered to pay all of Aviva’s costs.
RFIB hires two from Willis to grow German business
RFIB Group has appointed Colin Pinder and Gary Blakesley as divisional directors to develop a predominantly German marine account.
Hiscox launches personal accident insurance product
Hiscox has launched a personal accident insurance product for the UK market.
Road Safety Foundation demands tax cut on telematics policies
The Road Safety Foundation has called for reductions on premium taxes on telematics-backed motor insurance policies for young drivers.
Ryan Direct Group agrees strategic deal with Am Trust
Ryan Direct Group is to acquire the rights to the commercial combined SME portfolio underwritten by Am Trust Underwriting.
60% of insurers planning to divest by 2017
More than half of insurers are planning to complete sales by the start of 2017, according to a study from Towers Watson, up from just 20% saying the equivalent last year.
Argo unveils complimentary legal advice for D&O customers
Lloyd’s insurer Argo International has launched a new policy that see the firm offer complimentary legal support to holders of directors and officers policies.
Firefighters investigate cause of Didcot power station blaze
Firefighters from three different forces have been tackling a major fire at Didcot B power station in Oxfordshire.
CII and CILA presidents in unity call
The presidents of the Chartered Insurance Institute and the Chartered Institute of Loss Adjusters have pledged to work towards greater unity for the insurance industry.
Third party injury claims down 10% say actuaries
Insurers have benefited from a 10% reduction in the frequency of third-party injury claims according to figures released by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries.
Teradata VP hails connection analytics as key in combating customer churn
Insurers should make greater use of connection analytics to pinpoint their most influencial policyholders and reduce customer churn.
Insurers need to move away from 'gut' marketing decisions says Nationwide chief
Insurers need to move away from marketing decisions based on "gut" feelings, to ones that are based on the total view of a customer.
Allianz Engineering to modernise construction offering
Allianz Engineering is to "modernise" its construction insurance offering to better align with its target markets.
Global multiline insurer ratings expected to remain 'robust'
Global multiline insurers’ continue to show strong credit quality according to Standard & Poor’s.
IIIG to trade with regional brokers via Skype
Essex-based broker Incorporated Insurance Group is trialing the use of Skpe and other video conferencing platforms in a bid to make its team more accessible to independent regional brokers.
Blog: Why PPOs don't need to be a pain
Cherry Chan takes a look at how insurers can understand the risk associated with PPOs
RSA sells Italian operations for £19m
RSA has agreed to sell its Italian branches and insurance books to Itas Mutua for a cash payment of £19m.
IFB set for a busy 2015 as it looks to fill details in five-year plan
The Insurance Fraud Bureau has unveiled a five-year plan to extend its remit beyond motor fraud and facilitate data sharing with lawyers and private investigators.
Blog: Trade Bodies - 5 things you need to know
Legal & General's high profile exit from the Association of British insurers has forced trade bodies throughout the industry to rethink how they demonstrate their value. Post's upcoming feature has some key takeaways for trade bodies and those mulling…
London market ‘could do more’ to promote claims service
More than half of risk managers think their brokers should do more to promote claims service, according to a new survey by Gracechurch Consulting.
Hill Dickinson adds LSI specialists to counter-fraud team
Hill Dickinson has added two new legal directors to its counter-fraud team in a bid to strengthen its focus on sanctions and recoveries and low speed impact investigations.