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What fraud trends should brokers watch out for?
Insurance Age talks to the LV fraud team about the emerging fraud trends brokers need to be aware of.
Hiscox takes from RSA for head of art and private client role
Cheralyn Perry, most recently partnerships director at RSA, takes the newly created position.
FSCS declares unrated Gefion has failed
The troubled Danish insurer, which sold motor policies via brokers and MGAs in the UK, went into liquidation last year after its insurance license was withdrawn by the Danish regulator.
RSA boss Egan commits regional broker focus following Intact takeover
Egan says RSA's turnaround phase is over as he discusses what the sale to Intact will mean for the UK and International business.
People Moves: 7-11 June 2021
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Simply Business adds RSA to panel
The broker will offer RSA and More Than products to SME customers.
Brightside's MGA Kitsune sold to XS Direct
Deal comes after Brightside announced last November that Kitsune was to close the new business and go into run-off.
The Insurance Charities drives action against domestic abuse
Insurance Cares: Following reports of increased domestic violence in lockdown, the charity has updated its domestic abuse toolkit for employers.
Euler Hermes names Sarah Murrow as CEO for UK and Ireland
She succeeds Milo Bogaerts, who is moving to become CEO of Euler Hermes Northern Europe Region.
Ghost broking remains "significant threat", warns Aviva
Provider says general insurance fraud escalated during the pandemic as it predicts recessionary factors caused by Covid-19 have "created the biggest fraud threat to customers in a generation".
Pandemic pushes SMEs to rely on credit to fund business insurance
Three out of four SME bosses who use credit to pay for insurance premiums have said that the impact of COVID-19 is the main reason for increased borrowing, Premium Credit finds.
People Moves: 1-4 June 2021
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Zurich commits to maintaining regional footprint post pandemic
Zurich states it remains committed to supporting regional brokers and keeping its presence throughout the UK, including in Leeds, in response to speculation that it had closed its office in the city.
Sustainable insurer Parhelion to launch with backing from Howden
The provider, which is targeting a $500m capital raise, says its ESG products will meet the risk financing needs of a greener economy.
Financial and Legal launches excess protect product
The insurer says brokers can sell excess cover either as a stand-alone add on to a primary home or motor policy, or it can be tailored to protect customers across a range of excesses.
Industry warned of "bumpy ride" ahead after FCA confirms dual pricing ban
While insurance experts have welcomed the regulator's new rules on pricing, coming into force in January 2022, some warn that the reforms will present challenges for the sector.
RSA takeover completes
Canadian insurer Intact reveals its plans for RSA's UK and International business as it makes its first move into the UK market.
Colm Holmes "great fit" for Allianz as brokers praise outgoing boss Jon Dye
News of the management shake-up left brokers shocked and surprised, but experts say Holmes will be good for Allianz while they remain confident that Aviva boss Amanda Blanc will keep the ship steady despite recent exits.
FCA wraps up rules on dual pricing ban
The regulator has said that the new rules on pricing, auto-renewal and data reporting remedies come into effect on 1 January 2022.
Dive In calls for active allyship as it confirms dates for 2021 festival
The seventh edition of the global festival for diversity and inclusion will take place on 21-23 September.
High Court approves RSA sale
The £7.2bn takeover of RSA by Intact and Tryg was announced last year.
Government closes £10bn trade credit scheme and announces market review
The temporary measure was developed to respond to the Covid-19 pandemic as government also announces a review to ensure outcomes are good for consumers.
Aviva names Adam Winslow as UK & Ireland GI CEO
Winslow replaces Colm Holmes, who is moving across to Allianz to become UK CEO.
Jon Dye to step down as Allianz UK CEO
Dye, who exits in November, is to be succeeded by Aviva's Colm Holmes.