Articles by Liz McMahon
Legal change to EL could stop e-trading in its tracks
A change to employers’ liability (EL) insurance could make it impossible for brokers to process policies online for at least the next year.
How to make a scheme work for you
UK General schemes and sales director John Bibby advises brokers on how to make their mark in the schemes space.
FOS rules that volcano claim comes under 'poor weather conditions'
The Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) has refused to refer a travel insurance dispute on whether last year's volcanic ash cloud was the result of "poor weather conditions" to the court as a test case.
Sharp rise in staff exiting FSA
The number of staff leaving the Financial Services Authority (FSA) over the past year has nearly doubled as it prepares for its 2012 overhaul.
Barbon division sets up in London in aim to smash growth target
As it opens a London base, Cadogan Keelan Westall, part of the property and commercial division of Barbon Insurance Group, has announced that it is on target to more than double 2010’s new business growth.
FSCS may hold insurers liable for PPI fines
The Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) has confirmed that it could pursue recoveries from insurers who permitted failed credit brokers to act as their agents.
Next head rolls at Axa Commercial
Head of specialist markets at Axa Commercial, Mike Phillips, has become the latest member of senior management to leave the business.
Clutterbuck steps up to fill Moylan's shoes at Allianz
Allianz has announced that Neil Clutterbuck is to take on the role of director, underwriting and technical, for Allianz Commercial, following the retirement of Geoff Moylan.
Allianz rolls out PI to the regions
Allianz Commercial has teamed up with fellow Allianz Group member, Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty (AGCS), to launch a Professional Indemnity (PI) solution to the UK provincial broker market.
Brokers say Hector's departure is a major loss for Axa
Brokers have reacted with disappointment to the news that distribution director Keith Hector has left Axa Commercial Lines.
UK General creates new MD role as part of restructure
Michael Warren has been appointed to the new role of managing director of UK General Insurance Group.
Solicitors' PI market leader Chartis slams SRA consultation
Chartis has been the latest insurer to react to the Solicitors’ Regulation Authority’s (SRA) consultation on the Assigned Risk Pool (ARP).
Arista seeks to double business in next three years
Arista Insurance has unveiled a range of measures in bid to double its business volumes by 2014.
Mitsui Sumitomo confirms Chubb raid as it moves into Ireland
Mitsui Sumitomo at Lloyd’s has confirmed that it is to establish branches in Dublin and Belfast as part of its expansion plans.
Five year fraud investigation results in 33 guilty pleas
A five year investigation by Bedfordshire Police into a major insurance fraud by an organised criminal enterprise based in Luton has concluded with three of the last four defendants being found guilty at Luton Crown Court.
Joint venture purchase of Quinn results in 30 UK redundancies
A joint venture of Liberty Mutual and Anglo Irish Bank has been announced as the preferred bidder for the general insurance business of Quinn Insurance.
APC to double SME presence in the North
APC has revealed it aims to double its book of SME business in the North of England and Scotland over the next 18 months by hiring a dedicated business development manager (BDM) for the region.
Allianz unveils PI team ahead of product launch
Allianz Commercial has established a new Professional Indemnity (PI) underwriting team in preparation for the launch of a new product later this month.
Norgrove confirmed as Zurich's GI CEO in Ireland
Zurich Insurance has confirmed the appointment of Ken Norgrove as chief executive officer of its general insurance (GI) business in Ireland.
Autonet raids Carole Nash for senior hire
Van insurance specialist Autonet Insurance Group has appointed Phil Evans as its new head of operations.
Biba launches FSCS petition to prompt Treasury review
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba) has launched a petition of its members on the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) to be tabled in the House of Commons by an MP.
MMA launches scheme team
Broker-only insurer MMA has formed a dedicated schemes team designed to build on the 20% growth of commercial schemes it experienced in 2010.
Groupama launches first product from "Exclusively" range
Groupama Insurances has created a series of specialist commercial insurance products for open market trading with supporting brokers.
Mike Smith says MMA will be "a force to be reckoned with"
Former Provident Insurance director Mike Smith has reacted to the news that the specialist motor insurer has been sold to Covea Group-owned insurer MMA.