Politics
Flood risk budget is slashed
The Environment Agency's budget for flood and coastal risk management has been slashed by £30m, following the government's plans to cut public spending by £6bn.
Postscript - 30 years ago: P&I club braced for record loss
Looking through Post's back catalogue paints a unique picture of more than 150 years of insurance news, as this highlight from 30 years ago reveals.
Career development & CSR news - CII: complete overhaul of skills landscape needed
The Chartered Insurance Institute has claimed that the UK's "entire skills landscape" must be overhauled if the country is to compete with other global economies.
Broker focus - exit options: Feathering the nest
Finding a favourable exit during the economic downturn has proved tricky for broker owners. Leigh Jackson reports on how the tide may be turning for those looking to sell.
Plaques compensation scheme opens
The government’s pleural plaques former claimants payment scheme has opened for applications today.
Post Europe Q&A - Jubilee Europe
In the latest of a regular focus on European insurance companies and brokers, Post Europe talks to Theo Van Der Mark, managing director of Jubilee Europe BV, part of the Jubilee Group about the Dutch insurance market.
Investment in flood defences must be a government priority
The Association of British Insurers who has warned today that as climate change increases flood risk, the coalition government must make investment in flood defences a priority despite the squeeze on spending.
Aviva and Xchanging bosses outline Indian plans on Cameron trade relations trip
Aviva wants to boost its stake in its Indian joint venture to 49 percent as soon as regulations allow, according to a report on Reuters.
Legal update - mesothelioma: Music and mesothelioma
With the high-profile death of former Sex Pistols manager Malcolm McLaren, mesothelioma fell under the spotlight once more. Neil Hackett examines the continuing difficulty in pinpointing exposure.
Consolidation - global brokers: Too big for their boots?
The creation of the global broker in the 1980s resulted in a dominant few. David Trezies asks whether this consolidation has produced any tangible benefits for clients.
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.