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Markel International sees GWP grow but COR deteriorate
Markel International has announced it achieved $709m (£436m) of gross written premiums (GWP) for the year to 31 December 2010 (2009: $641.20m).
Biba hits out at FSCS levy rise
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba) has hit out at this year's over 50% increase in the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) levy.
Brokers hit by further FSCS levy rise of over 50%
The Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) has announced that the general insurance mediation sub-class will have to contribute £93.5m in 2011/12 a 57% increase over last year’s levy (2010/11: £59.6m).
Brightside expects to meet stock market profit expectations
Brightside Group has announced that it expects to meet stock market expectations of £6.5m-£7m in profits after tax for the year ended 31 December 2010.
Schemes news: Deposit scheme attracts agents
A tenancy deposit scheme backed by brokers Hamilton Fraser Insurance Services has seen a sharp increase in the number of protections taken out by letting agents.
Brokers to see FSA fees fall in 2011/12
Brokers will see a fall of 9.4% in minimum fee levels from the Financial Services Authority (FSA) in 2011/12 according to its Regulatory Fees and Levies consultation document.
FSA requests over 10% increase in funding
The Financial Services Authority (FSA) has asked for a 10.1% gross increase in annual funding for 2011/12 to £500.5m, up from £454.7m in 2010/11.
Oxford Insurance Brokers appoints two in UK PI team
Oxford Insurance Brokers has revealed the first step in its growth strategy following a £1.4m investment from venture capitalists BP Marsh & Partners in June last year.
Direct Line targets mid-net worth sector
Direct Line has announced the launch of Direct Line Select Insurance.
Arista opens Leeds office
Arista Insurance has expanded its branch network to seven by opening a new permanent office in Leeds.
Fraud costs UK over £38bn each year, according to NFA report
The National Fraud Authority (NFA) has reported that fraud costs the UK over £38bn a year with insurance fraud accounting for £2.1bn.
Simply Business claims commercial insurance platform first
Simply Business has launched what it says is the commercial insurance industry’s first live online tracking platform for its customers going through the claims process.
UK General Insurance targets smaller brokers with launch of commercial property scheme
UK General Insurance has added to its smart schemes initiative with a tailored commercial property scheme targeting upwards of £150,000 gross written premium.
Momentum signs up three brokers
Momentum, the recently launched support and development service for new and existing insurance brokers, has been joined by three brokers.
Biba’s Young Broker award opens for nominations
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba) is now inviting nominations for the 2011 Biba Young Broker of the Year award.
Antur acquires Haven Insurance’s Swansea office
Antur Insurance has announced the acquisition of the Swansea office of Haven Insurance Brokers.
New finance director at CCV
Cullum Capital Ventures (CCV) has appointed Bryan Park as finance director with immediate effect.
Insurance Age blog: Why brokers should defend Ricky Gervais
I’ve never found Ricky Gervais that funny. There I’ve said it. On the 11 o’clock show he didn’t over tickle me. And while The Office is good, I would argue, it is also hugely overrated.
RSA expects 2010 profits to approach £630m despite bad weather impact
RSA has announced the impact of adverse weather in November and December 2010 to be around £142m above normal levels with full year costs predicted to hit £255m.
Travel claims soar by 30%, according to Cunningham Lindsey
Claims International, the travel business arm of Cunningham Lindsey, has revealed that severe weather conditions led to a 30% increase in the number of travel claims handled last month.
SSP responds to OFT investigation
Software house SSP has responded to the Office of Fair Trading's (OFT) investigation of competition concerns surrounding Experian’s Whatif? Private Motor product.
Biba launches 2011 manifesto
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba) has launched its 2011 manifesto outlining its priority lobbying issues for the year ahead.
Insuring David Beckham
Following the news that David Beckham’s proposed loan move to Tottenham Hotspur was being affected by insurance issues, Manchester-based broker CBG group has calculated the insurance cost for the short-term loan as being a minimum of £300,000.