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Market warns of "unintended consequences" following FCA dual pricing study
The sector has welcomed further consultation on the proposals which include a potential ban on dual pricing.
FCA considers ban on dual pricing practices
Regulator publishes interim findings in its general insurance pricing practices market study and states that the home and motor insurance markets are not working well for customers.
The Blog Spot: Time to say #MeToo
Following her news analysis on sexism and harassment in the regional broker space Ida Axling reflects on her own experiences.
Canopius finalises AmTrust at Lloyd’s merger
Provider says move will create a top-five insurer at Lloyd’s with combined premiums of about £1.8bn, but admits that a small number of people are at risk of redundancy as a result of the deal.
News analysis: Brokers upbeat over RSA restructure
Market welcomes the provider’s move to combine its commercial divisions and attempt to simplify its offering
Brokers warn redundancies at MS Amlin are “inevitable”
Experts say the restructure is understandable but could lead to office closures as Amlin pulls out of nine business lines.
£60m capacity deal for Aqueous as it seeks to be "sustainable" for brokers
The MGA, which specialises in SME hospitality, leisure and PI, has teamed up with QIC Europe.
News analysis: Sexual harassment in spotlight as report shames Lloyd’s
Reports of misconduct at Lloyd’s have prompted questions over the prevalence of sexism in the wider insurance industry
Video: Commercial claims - what do customers want?
Aviva's Vanessa Millar discusses how brokers and insurers can work together to help commercial clients to have the best claims experience.
Brokers welcome IDD impact
The Insurance Distribution Directive has been in force for one year.
MS Amlin to exit nine business lines
Updated: It is too early to determine if the plan will result in redundancies or regional office closures as business seeks to redeploy capital and management focus.
RSA boss in the running to become HSBC CEO - report
The Sunday Times reports that RSA group CEO Stephen Hester is on the shortlist as HSBC searches for a new leader.
Disappointment as Scottish discount rate to remain at -0.75%
Lawyers warn that the lower rate in Scotland can cause delays and lead to higher costs for Scottish taxpayers after the rate in England and Wales was changed to -0.25% in July.
Inga Beale "not surprised" by Lloyd's culture survey results
In an interview with City AM, the former Lloyd's CEO described the insurance industry as "old-fashioned", with alcohol remaining an issue despite the booze ban on Lloyd's employees.
Turnover and profits up at Eldon in 2018
The firm's broking businesses reported growth in income to £68.9m.
Broking Break - Your Top Five
This week brokers have wanted to read all about the latest high profile people moves.
Blog: Treating vulnerable customers fairly makes commercial sense for brokers
Insurance Cares: Helen Lord, director of the Vulnerability Registration Service, explains how the new register can benefit brokers and the wider insurance industry.
People Moves Round-up: 23-27 September 2019
Keep track of the past week’s market moves.
Quizzical questions: 27 September 2019
Test your knowledge of the week's news with our topical quiz.
Bayles pledges continued broker focus after Aviva management reshuffle
Aviva chief distribution officer, Phil Bayles, says new commercial lines structure will make it easier for brokers to know where to go.
In Person: David Martin, head of retail management, Zurich UK
Zurich's David Martin explains why he made the move from Allianz to Zurich and how brokers helped him take the leap
Tarian Underwriting unveils cyber platform
Business said the new system will make its specialist cyber cover available to regional brokers.
Aviva continues management shuffle
Interim CFO Jason Windsor is appointed permanent CFO following regulatory approval amid a change that will see UK GI managing director, Rob Townend, exit.
Rob Townend to leave Aviva
The UK GI managing director is set to exit as the insurer reveals management changes amid GI and life split.