Politics
BIS countdown - Sean McGovern interview: Getting to grips with government
Lloyd's general counsel Sean McGovern talks to Jonathan Swift about the incoming Solvency II directive and his role building relationships with the new government.
The claimant's view: a sledgehammer to crack a tabloid nut
On 15 July, David Frost, director general of the British Chambers of Commerce, told a joint meeting with the Trades Union Congress — entitled 'Is Deregulation Dead?' — that his members are generally happy with and understand health and safety regulations…
Government accused of 'self interest' over Jackson
Legal expenses insurers have accused the government of serving its own interests following its decision to discuss the implementation of the Jackson Review this autumn.
Insurers concerned over double regulatory burden
The lack of detail concerning the regulation of the Lloyd's market could mean insurers there have more influence than others over the eventual shape of their replacement regime for the Financial Services Authority.
Beachcroft warns of cost of reform
Dan Preddy, financial services litigation partner at Beachcroft, has responded to publication of the Treasury consultation paper on financial services regulation.
Allianz backs “positive” Jackson Review consultation
Insurer Allianz has backed the government’s consultation on implementing sections of Lord Justice Jackson’s Review of Civil Litigation Costs.
Master of the Rolls welcomes Jackson review plans
Master of the Rolls Lord Neuberger has backed the government’s decision to launch a consultation aimed at implementing the recommendations of Lord Justice Jackson’s Review of Civil Litigation Costs.
Government outlines Jackson Review implementation plans
The government is set to launch a consultation on implementing the recommendations laid out in Lord Justice Jackson’s Review of Civil Litigation Costs.
Government calls for higher lending
Vince Cable and George Osborne have launched a paper aimed at addressing the problems businesses face accessing finance.
Public interest must not be lost in pace of reform, warns CII
The Chartered Insurance Institute has responded to the government's consultative blueprint to withdraw the financial services regulatory structure.
FSA overhaul pencilled for Q1 2011
The Financial Services Authority expects to move to separate conduct and prudential regulation in shadow form in the first quarter of next year.
Marsh lines up Lord Lang as next independent chairman
Marsh & McLennan Companies' board has announced that Ian Lang, Lord Lang of Monkton, will succeed Stephen Hardis as independent chairman of the MMC board of directors.
Postscript - 50 years ago: Unstable government worries
Looking through Post's back catalogue paints a unique picture of more than 150 years of insurance news, as this highlight from 50 years ago reveals.
Career development & CSR News: Financial Services staff upbeat about next 12 months
Financial services professionals feel more positive about the next 12 months, compared to most other sectors.
Editor's comment: ABI headhunt back on
There is no other way of looking at the Kerrie Kelly debacle than as a bit of an embarrassment for the Association of British Insurers.
Medical report highlights insurance market failure
The UK's midwifery associate bodies are poised to step up their bid to gain insurance cover for independent practitioners, following the publication of the Finlay Scott report on the issue.
Total issues Buncefield apology following £3.6m fine
Oil company Total has issued an apology for its part in the Buncefiled explosion after it was fined £3.6m plus costs in a Health and Safety Executive and Environment Agency prosecution.
Lloyd's welcomes US bill as step towards Solvency II harmonisation
Lloyd's welcomed the passage of the Dodd-Frank financial reform bill through the Senate yesterday.
Postscript - 5 years ago: Lord Hunt attacks FSA at BIA
Looking through Post's back catalogue paints a unique picture of more than 150 years of insurance news, as this highlight form 5 years ago reveals.
View from the top: Discretion is dangerous
With the dust settling on the emergency budget, individuals and businesses are working out what this means for them.
Airmic calls on government to toughen EL insurance stance
The Association of Insurance and Risk Managers has urged the government to take a tougher stance on organisations that fail to buy employers' liability insurance.
British Insurance Awards 2010: Triumph over adversity
As we all know, insurance exists to help individuals and businesses prepare for life's uncertainties and cope with the consequences. Quite literally, it comes to the rescue. And the past 12 months have been no exception.
New snag for US financial regulations bill
West Virginia Governor Joe Manchin on Wednesday put off naming a successor to the late Senator Robert Byrd, which could further complicate passage of financial reform legislation in the US Senate.
Cable's committee sharpens scissors
A new Cabinet committee, chaired by business secretary Vince Cable and charged with with reducing the heavy burden of red tape on business, met for the first time today.