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Ecclesiastical's Tripp to leave in 2013
Ecclesiastical group chief executive officer Michael Tripp will retire this year.
Catlin launches terrorism cover
Catlin has introduced a terrorism insurance product including crisis response services and coverage for chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (‘CBRN’) losses.
Sheila Nicoll to leave FSA
Sheila Nicoll, director of policy at the Financial Services Authority (FSA), has announced her decision to leave when it changes to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in April.
Lawton explains the new regime at Towergate
Mike Lawton, CEO of Towergate’s broking division, has explained his approach in his new role and what he has found at the consolidator in an exclusive interview with Insurance Age.
Towergate parts company with regional MD in Midlands shake up
Insurance Age can reveal that Towergate regional managing director for the Midlands Paul Watts has left the business, with two further MD changes.
Lonmar hires ex-Towergate London Market chief
Lonmar Global Risks has appointed Martin Hughes as a divisional director in its agency division.
RWA chief blasts Biba's 'sweeping criticism' of insurers
Research from the British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba) which claimed insurers were becoming more difficult over paying out on claims has been deemed “spin” as opposed to “worthwhile research”.
School closures could mean £500 payouts
Towergate Insurance has stated that parents could claim up to £500 on its school closure policy if schools remain closed due to snow.
Revenues up at Hyperion as management mulls IPO
Hyperion Insurance Group has reported revenue of £110.6m for 2012, up 42% from the £87m reported in 2011.
Flaxman Partners labels insurers "disingenuous" amid Biba fallout
Claims specialist Flaxman Partners has defended the British Insurance Brokers' Association's (Biba) controversial research revealing that insurers have become stricter on paying claims.
Axa adds more execs to the UK
Axa has bolstered its direct arm with the addition of two new roles – a pricing and claims officer along with a chief operating officer.
Junction strikes five-year RAC deal
Junction has agreed a five-year deal with the RAC to continue managing motor insurance for new and existing customers.
Groupama extends fleet range
Groupama Insurances has extended its range of Optima Small Fleet products - making them available for up to 30 vehicles.
Biba defends claims research
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba) has defended its handling of the research which claimed insurers had become stricter at paying claims.
Aon Risk Solutions goes to US arm for new director
Aon Risk Solutions has appointed Erica White as executive director of its insurance company practice.
FSA confirms BBA talks about potential PPI deadline
The Financial Services Authority (FSA) confirmed it has been approached by the British Bankers' Association (BBA) about a potential payment insurance (PPI) complaint deadline.
ABI slams Biba’s claims research
The Association of British Insurers (ABI) has waded into the debate surrounding research by the British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba) alleging that insurers were becoming stricter on paying claims.
Aviva hits out at Biba comments
Aviva has refuted comments made by Graeme Trudgill, head of corporate affairs at the British Insurance Brokers’ Association on BBC Breakfast television.
ABI at odds with Biba over FSCS funding model
The Association of British Insurers has broken ranks and labelled the Financial Services Authority's (FSA) Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) funding model "an unhelpful step backwards".
Biba gives "cautious welcome" to FSA proposals
The British Insurance Brokers' Association (Biba) has given a "cautious welcome" to the Financial Services Authority's (FSA) Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) funding model.
Legal & General names Diane Buckley as GI boss
Legal & General (L&G) has named Diane Buckley as managing director general insurance as part of a string of senior promotions.
FSA consults on FSCS funding model
The Financial Services Authority (FSA) has confirmed new funding rules for the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS).
The Co-operative appoints new MD from within
The Co-operative Insurance has appointed Mark Summerfield as managing director.
CDL makes two senior swoops
CDL has unveiled former Alec Finch employee Kevin Brook as senior client relationship manager.