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2019 in review: July's top stories
In July, the market was shocked by the departure of Amanda Blanc from Zurich after only nine months in the CEO EMEA role.
Gefion set end of year liquidity deadline by Danish regulator
The struggling unrated Danish provider must have €5m in liquid assets by end of this month as watchdog points to “serious” problems.
CBL Insurance Europe ordered to cease paying claims
Ireland-based insurer was placed in administration in 2018.
2019 in review: June's top stories
The start of Summer brought with it the revelation that now Prime Minister Boris Johnson was paid £25,540 by Biba to speak at its conference.
Elite Insurance goes into administration
The Gibraltar-based insurer closed to new business in July 2017.
Lloyd’s launches trans and non-binary inclusion guide
Market believes the guide is appropriate for insurance firms of all sizes.
Inga Beale joins Clyde & Co's board
Law firm says former Lloyd's boss Beale will have a special focus on diversity and inclusion in her new role.
Blog: Why Excess of Loss is key in the current casualty market?
Pat Wood, of Manchester Underwriting Management, digs into the importance of Excess of Loss cover amid a capacity crunch.
2019 in review: May's top stories
The top stories in May were dominated by insolvencies, run-offs, liquidations, and redundancies.
Saga appoints former Superdry and Co-op boss as CEO
Euan Sutherland replaces Lance Batchelor who announced his retirement earlier this year.
Alpha, Enterprise and Gable failures set FSCS back £276m
Organisation also expects brokers to carry out the due diligence on replacement carriers.
FCA penalties bring in £227m as crackdown on misconduct grows
Data from the regulator shows a sharp increase in the number of warnings issued to the market.
Consumers expect action on dual pricing, reports CII
CII survey highlights there is more for the industry to do to tackle the loyalty penalty.
Blog: When does ‘banter’ become harassment?
Louise Lawrence and Leah Caprani of Winckworth Sherwood LLP examine how insurance firms can ensure they provide a safe working environment.
2019 in review: April's top stories
As Spring continued, communications by CEOs to the market drew the most interest from readers, including those from Axa and RSA.
Brokers welcome Amanda Blanc back to UK insurance
Blanc has taken on NED roles at Aviva and ERS with experts predicting further announcements are to come.
Aviva moves UK personal lines HQ to Digital Garage
Aviva's Hoxton location was set up as an innovation hub but will now host the personal lines operation for the provider.
2019 in review: March's top stories
The first month of Spring was dominated by the staff poaching case between Ardonagh and Gallagher.
The Insurance Age Podcast: 6 December 2019
Siân Barton and Laurence Eastham discuss the week's most popular news stories, including the return of Amanda Blanc and the launch of Cuvva's new motor product.
2019 in review: February's top stories
What hit the headlines as we moved into the second month of the year?
2019 in review: January's top stories
What were the most read articles in the first month of 2019?
Legal Protection Group secures capacity deal with Alwyn Insurance Company
HDI Global Specialty stopped providing capacity for the MGA, which lists Arron Banks' Eldon Insurance Services as a major shareholder, in February this year.
Amanda Blanc’s second NED role revealed
Blanc, whose Aviva appointment was also announced this week, has joined a specialist motor insurer to drive acquisitions and organic growth.
Arch UK hires director of underwriting in regional push
Provider promotes Stuart Danskin, who is tasked with leveraging regional broker relationships and deploying new products.