Tax
Public sector cuts: Risk management savings - a false economy?
The squeeze on public sector spending is about to get tighter. Jakki May examines the ways in which its employees, brokers and underwriters need to get the best out of insurance, without compromising quality.
Post Europe: Captives in Europe: A certain value in an uncertain environment
Businesses and insurers face times of change and uncertainty but as Frederick Gabriel explains captives’ core values and advantages remain the same.
Taxation - IPT changes: A taxing issue across Europe
2011 brings with it many changes to insurance premium tax across Europe and a big headache for insurers operating locally in different countries or across multiple European territories. Edward Murray explains why it is crucial for insurers to stay on top…
Legal update: Whiplash claims: A pain in the neck
With whiplash costs on the rise, despite safer driving conditions, Steve Caffrey questions the role of claims management firms in commoditising claimants.
Ecclesiastical offers VAT break to churches
Ecclesiastical has proposed increasing sums insured for all church buildings used for worship to reflect the new level of VAT without any charge.
Post Europe January: Exclusive major risk and IPT online content now live
Post Europe December is now live with a look at changes to the insurance premium tax rates across Europe, details of major losses in the Mediterranean regions last year and a review of how the Nordic region is dealing with corporate risks.
Post Europe: Insurance Premium Tax changes
2011 brings with it many changes to insurance premium tax across Europe and a big headache for insurers operating locally in different countries or across multiple European territories. Edward Murray explains why it is key for insurers to be on top of…
EP rejects tax harmonisation plea
The European Parliament has narrowly rejected an amendment calling for tax harmonisation in the European Union.
EP rejects tax harmonisation plea
The European Parliament has narrowly rejected an amendment calling for tax harmonisation in the European Union.
French insurance industry outlook remains negative
A new report by Moody's Investors Service has said that the outlook for the French insurance industry remains negative, primarily driven by ongoing pressures on profitability in both the non-life and life segments.
Aviva launches salary sacrifice car scheme policy
Aviva is launching a bespoke insurance policy for businesses that operate an employee salary sacrifice car scheme.
EC launches VAT consultation
The European Commission has launched a public consultation on how the EU’s value added tax system can be strengthened and improved, to the benefit citizens, businesses and member states.
EC launches VAT consultation
The European Commission has launched a public consultation on how the EU’s value added tax system can be strengthened and improved, to the benefit citizens, businesses and member states.
IPT an "under-exploited" revenue source claims tax expert
A sharp increase in the number of insurance premium tax rate rises announced this year proves that governments are focusing more on this tax as a way of repairing public finances, according to insurance tax compliance specialists Fiscal Reps.
IPT an "under-exploited" revenue source claims tax expert
A sharp increase in the number of insurance premium tax rate rises announced this year proves that governments are focusing more on this tax as a way of repairing public finances, according to insurance tax compliance specialists Fiscal Reps.
Ex-Irish PM slams tax rise demands
A former Irish Prime Minister has said that forcing Ireland to raise corporation tax from 12.5% would have been "counter-intuitive" of countries involved in bailing out the troubled economy.
Britain set to contribute £7bn to bail-out Ireland
The British taxpayer will contribute £7 bn towards the £77 bn bail-out that Ireland seeks, according to reports.
Personal injury - Culture change: Care, not cash
A perceptual shift must occur within the industry as well as across the public and the legal profession to replace cash in personal injury claims with care, argues Andrew Pemberton. Without it, the UK will struggle to escape the blame-and-claim culture…
Industry relief as plans to reform VAT exemption dropped
The European Union's decision to drop its planned reform of the Europe-wide VAT exemption of insurance and other financial services should be a relief to UK insurers and brokers.
Comment - flooding: Passing the buck on floods
There is demonstrable lack of interest on all sides when it comes to improving buildings' flood defences and risk profiles. The industry, government and homeowners all need to work together, argues David Walker.
EU retreat on insurance VAT exemption reform
The European Union has announced that it is unlikely to push forward with the reform and simplification of the VAT exemption on insurance and the wider financial services industry.
ECJ ruling delivers blowover outsourcing VAT costs
VAT experts have predicted insurance companies could be liable for increased costs, after being dealt a blow by the European Court of Justice.
Insure & Go warned of £6.73m VAT bill weeks before Mapfre swoop
Travel insurance intermediary Insure & Go warned it would have to raise additional capital if it lost an appeal against the HMRC weeks before it was acquired by its underwriting partner Mapfre Assistance, Post has learnt.
PwC: ECJ ruling throws a spanner in the works for outsourcing plans
Pricewaterhouse Coopers has warned outsourcing costs for insurers could jump by 20% following what it described as "unexpected decision".