Legislation
ABI calls for collaborative approach to SCT limit reforms
The Association of British Insurers has called parties interested in Small Claims Track reforms to “put aside petty name calling” and work together.
Riot Damages Act consultation will be out by December
Policing, criminal justice and victims minister Damian Green has confirmed the government will launch a public consultation on the Riot Damages Act 1886 by the end of the year.
ABI concerned over Riot Act restrictions on insurer recoveries
The Association of British Insurers has raised concerns about the restrictions on insurer recoveries contained in the independent review of the Riot (Damages) Act 1886, published today.
Motor Insurance: Jumping the gun
Motor insurers’ over-eagerness to reap the anticipated benefits of the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act has resulted in a sharp drop in rates. With unprofitability increasing, where does the sector go from here?
North of the Border: Jury still out on court reform plan
It’s been called a “great project of civil court reform” by Lord Gill, and it is true the draft Court Reform (Scotland) Bill is a significant part of the Scottish government’s programme to overhaul and update Scotland’s justice system.
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The Claims Event 2013
Claims managers fear hearing loss could become the ‘new whiplash’
Brokers warn insurers not to rush into private security firm cover
Concerns raised over claims frequency of problem doormen supervisor sector.
Telematics: Long road ahead
Long hailed as the next big thing in motor insurance, telematics is still yet to really take off in the UK – so what’s holding it back?
Consumer Insurance Act has no effect on the industry
The Consumer Insurance Act has failed to drive change in the insurance industry, Mike Cranning, director of Create Solutions has claimed.
Compulsory licences for security firms present opportunity for insurers
New rules mandating licenses for private security firm could create opportunities for insurers, according to Dave Humphries director of partnerships and interventions at the Security Industry Authority.
Industry backs extension of squatting ban despite lack of claims in 2013
Property landlords liable for damage and personal injury as a result of squatters.
Pressure mounts on government to close referral fee ban loophole
Apil boss reminds insurers of responsibility not to profit from schemes.
Editor's comment: All change in government
Insurers know only too well that a reshuffle of staff is an opportunity to “bring on fresh talent” but this week the personnel changes were in government rather than in the industry.
Opinion: Treatment key to whiplash woes
Studies suggest early treatment of claimants could bring down the costs associated with whiplash.
Legal Update: Fraud: Following Irish fraud law could help UK insurers fight fabricated claims
Sarah Hill looks at the legal issues affecting insurers’ battle against fraud, including the Irish approach to ‘tainted’ claims and the incoming regulation of private investigators
Expertise in Action: Technology: Open to attack
Despite several high-profile cyber attacks on major corporations, the insurance industry is still behind the times when it comes to cyber liability. How can it catch up?
Scotland’s future – financial services regulation
Among the questions Scotland's independence referendum raises for the insurance industry is how financial services would be regulated if Scotland votes for independence in September 2014.
Gender Directive: New Tricks
The EU Gender Directive has given rise to a new generation of ‘girly’ motor insurers – but are the practices sustainable in the long term?
Outsourcing NHS services may leave negligence claims cover black hole
Politicians concerned over sufficient insurance indemnity
Redomiciling: Insurer’s paradise?
With continued uncertainty over Solvency II, could more firms be tempted to follow the lead of Randall & Quilter and split their tax and regulatory domiciles?
Loss adjusting Regulation: If it ain't broke
Loss adjusters claim they are already monitored closely but should they face formal regulation like the rest of the insurance industry?
Jackson reforms: Are they working?
A raft of civil justice reforms came into force in April that is set to reduce claims costs in personal injury cases.
Editor's comment: Hit in the pocket home and away
Last week I described fraudsters as the long-standing foe insurers are unable to rid themselves of, and this week, true to form, they struck both home and away in the place it hurts insurers most – their pockets.