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BVCA branches into insurance
The British Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (BVCA) has launched BVCA Insurance Services.
Tim Breedon to become ABI chairman
The Association of British Insurers has confirmed that Tim Breedon, group chief executive of Legal & General, has been nominated to become its next chairman.
Lloyd's counts cost of Chile earthquake and Deepwater Horizon explosion
Lloyd’s announced today that it estimates its net claims before tax from the earthquake in Chile to be in the order of $1.4bn.
Features list: Insurance Age 2010
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Aviva broker chief Brigid Murphy to quit
Aviva has today announced that Brigid Murphy, director of regional brokers for the UK general insurance business, is to leave her role in June.
Allianz Commercial joins PowerPlace panel
Allianz’s commercial combined product for SME business will be available on PowerPlace later this year.
NIG in regional underwriting recruitment drive
RBS owned insurer recruits underwriters from four rivals to boost its regional presence
Osborne and Laws announce spending cuts for 2010/11
The coalition has set out bold plans to cut £6.243bn for existing fiscal year, in a move that has prompted Clegg to defend a manifesto u-turn citing the Greek debt crisis.
Cunningham Lindsey loss team claims to save insurers millions
£21m of suspect claims are under scrutiny by the loss adjusting firm's investigation unit
More chaos in the skies as BA strikes start
Since midnight British Airways' cabin crew have been on a strike set to last five days.
Aviva attempts to close the ash gap with new volcano add on
Insurer charges more for covering ash cloud or similar travel disruptions with an add-on to its travel policies.
Video: Industry leaders' views of the Lib-Con government
Liz McMahon talks to key industry figures at the recent Biba conference to garner opinion on the new coalition Government and the impact it may have on the insurance industry.
Towergate and Allianz link up over employment legislation
Allianz Legal Protection and Towergate Risk Solutions Milton Keynes want to give more access to legal advice over employers' responsibilities.
US insurer expresses Quinn interest
US insurance giant Liberty Mutual has reportedly contacted the administrators of Quinn Insurance to express an interest in taking over the company.
BIBA 2010: Insurers and brokers warned over "cancerous" credit hire issue
Delegates were warned yesterday that if the industry does not address the issue of credit hire, it will get even more “cancerous” and ultimately ruin the insurance industry’s reputation.
QBE raids Allianz for broker development chief
QBE has announced the appointment of Judy Holt to the newly-created role of manager, broker development, to support the expansion of the insurer's offering in the UK and Ireland.
Quinn Insurance CEO quits
Colin Morgan, chief executive office of Quinn Insurance, has decided to leave the company to pursue other opportunities.
BIBA 2010: Hiscox introduces broker schemes team
As part of Hiscox’s drive for profitable growth of its commercial book, the specialist insurer has announced the launch of a new dedicated schemes team.
FOS insurance disputes up 38% due to PPI complaint surge
The Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) resolved a record 166,321 disputes in 2009/10 – a 46% annual increase – resulting in compensation for consumers in 50% of cases.
BIBA 2010: Willis CEO questions FSA's "grandfathering" of Quinn
Willis chief executive Joe Plumeri has questioned the Financial Service Authority's (FSA) role in the problems revolving around Quinn Insurance.
BIBA 2010: Ace appoints southern head
Regional restructure complete with former QBE signing
BIBA 2010: THB/Eclipse fleet deal
Specialist fleet broker THB London Market, part of Lloyd's broking arm Thompson Heath & Bond, has launched a new fleet facility with Lloyd's syndicate Eclipse.
BIBA 2010: Ace launches four new enhanced business covers
Ace UK was today due to launch a suite of new products targeting companies with one or more overseas branches, retailers, hotel groups and machinery manufacturers.
Chaucer reports 11% hike in motor rates
Lloyd's insurer Chaucer this morning reported a drop in gross written premium income to £250.1m (2009 Q1: £257.8m).