Management
Howden appointed to Biba PI panel
Howden has been accredited by Biba and appointed its PI panel.
FSA moves to enhance supervision in wake of Northern Rock
The Financial Services Authority (FSA) has published a summary of a review carried out by its internal audit division into its supervision of Northern Rock. The review has identified a number of areas for improvement in the execution of supervision,…
Ellis challenges network competitors
Broker Network has added acquired a new business, welcomed a new member and issued the results of a member satisfaction survey prompting chief executive, Grant Ellis, to issue a challenge to its competitors to do the same.
CII support ABI's push for personal injury reform
The Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) Group has said it will support the Association of British Insurers (ABI) in calling on the government to follow through on its proposed reforms to the personal injury compensation system.
Willis launches subsidiary network
Willis has extended its network offering with the establishment of Willis N2 – a subsidiary network aimed at giving community brokers access to the larger network’s resources.
CII warns of potential graduate recruitment shortfall
The Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) Group has highlighted results from recent surveys – one finding that 22% of employers said UK candidates lacked the right qualifications and 16% could not find UK candidates with the right skills - and warned that…
PMI given major boost by SME bosses in new study
New research has shown that one in two bosses of small businesses claim to encourage employees into healthier lifestyles and say that it reduces days off sick and improves staff loyalty.
FSSC calls for training and competence views
The Financial Services Skills Council (FSSC) has invited training and competence practitioners from across the UK to give their views online on the National Occupational Standards (NOS) units which are being developed for people working in this area.
Bupa insurance income up 7%
Bupa’s UK insurance income has grown 7% to £1.90bn in 2007, according to the company's annual results.
Equity expands to 84 branches
Equity Insurance Group has acquired Devon-based broker, Holsworthy Insurance Services for an undisclosed sum.
Five FSA officials resign
The Financial Services Authority (FSA) has confirmed that five senior officials who had been supervising Northern Rock have resigned.
Davies Chartered Loss Adjusters in £27m MBO
A £27m management buyout of Davies Chartered Loss Adjusters will see the 39-year-old business reorganised and restructured to strengthen its position in the UK insurance market.
Sweeten the experience
Evolution of claims
CMI report says managers put in too many hours
Managers in the insurance sector are putting in too many hours for too few returns, according to a C...
Unrealistic commissions are no excuse
I want to congratulate Tony Cornell on his excellent Agenda column last month, as I thought that his...
Household market to return to profitability in 2008, says report
Household insurers suffered an estimated loss of more than £300m in 2007 due to the severe flooding ...
Network hits back at control accusations
I was disappointed to read the headline 'Networks tighten contracts to gain greater hold over member...
Group upgrades claims division in a bid to boost service capabilities
The UKU Group has revamped its Nexus claims division with a new e-commerce system and additional pro...
Cunningham Lindsey launches training initiative
Cunningham Lindsey UK has launched evolve, a training initiative that provides employees with online...
Senior managment roles announced at Willis
Willis Group Holdings has extended the employment agreement with its chairman and chief executive officer, Joseph J. Plumeri. The agreement, which was originally scheduled to expire October 15, 2009, will extend his tenure as leader of Willis through…
New Thatcham chairman appointed
Bill Paton, chief claims officer, at Zurich Financial Services, has been appointed chairman of Thatcham.
Competence of young drivers called into question
Crashes and insurance claims among young drivers are a bigger risk than ever for companies, according to Norwich Union (NU).
Household insurers’ losses exceed £300m for 2007
According to a new report by independent market analyst Datamonitor, household insurers suffered an estimated loss of over £300m in 2007 due to the severe flooding experienced in the summer. However, the market is forecast to return to a profitable state…
Am I getting old or just intolerant? Peter Staddon slams (certain) cyclists in our latest PB Week
What is it with cyclists in London today? Hang on, let me modify that statement before I get mauled by the cycling lobby. What is it with certain cyclists in London today? I live and work in London and have noticed over a number of years that the rules…