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Virtual losses
In a working environment that is increasingly dependent on technology, IT-related incidents are particularly problematic. Richard Green and Henry Williams say the benefits offered by a crisis management plan are something companies can ill afford to…
Adams urges familiarity with two new draft regulations
Companies must be aware of two new draft regulations, according to Elizabeth Adams, senior partner,...
Appointment at Institute of Risk Management
Paul Howard, head of group insurance and risk management for J Sainsbury, has become chairman of th...
Appointment at Zurich Group Germany
Eduard Thometzek is deputy chief executive of Zurich Group Germany and a member of the executive co...
Appointment at Jelf Corporate Healthcare
James Kenrick has joined Jelf Corporate Healthcare as director. He was previously sales director at...
Folgate obtains two brokers
The ever-expanding Folgate Partnership has made two more acquisitions this month - Pallet and Colli...
Sirius gives easier access to Allianz and Zenith products
Brokers now have easier access to two personal lines products on the Sirius system. Allianz Cor...
A level playing field as standard
Eleanor Linton, head of policy at the Financial Services Authority, tells Diane Smyth how she intends to build on the minimum standards set down by the European Union's Insurance Mediation Directive to ensure a fair set of rules for insurers and brokers…
East Anglia HNW target
High net worth customers are being targeted by a new division at East Anglia-based Ryan Insurance. ...
Cox snaps up NMT
Insolvent IT company NMT has been acquired by Cox Insurance, which bought it from liquidator Deloit...
Ward Evans direct sold
The direct business of distressed intermediary group Ward Evans has been acquired by Sheffield-base...
Up on the roof
Soaring liability premiums continue to threaten the future of the construction industry, with the roofing sector hardest hit. Caroline Gilkes explains why amending employers' liability legislation may be the only way to help solve the worsening crisis.
Growth industry
The premium finance industry is showing no signs of reaching saturation point, with new entrants consistently cropping up and vying for a share of this lucrative sector. Angela Faherty reports.
Misys looks to float insurance divisions
Misys is considering floating its general insurance divisions in 2004. The software group inten...
Fit for a King
Michael King has steered Goss & Co to its current position as one of the largest brokers in the South but still has an eye for the small risks, finds Angela Faherty.
CIIG gears up for action over FSA
The creditors of Independent Insurance Group is meeting on 24 February to brief members on its prop...
Bupa extends its reach
The small company market now has access to Bupa's employee assistance programme Bupa Wellbeing. The...
Size does not lend itself to blanket cover
Are you a personal or commercial lines broker? Increasingly, it seems, you can only be one or the o...
Legal Allianz name change
Cornhill Insurance's name has legally changed to Allianz Cornhill Insurance. Lawclub Legal Protecti...
Appointment at Accident Management Association
Adrian Palmer, chief executive of Auto Indemnity, has been appointed chairman of the Accident Manag...
Appointment at Axiom Insurance & Reinsurance Solutions
Arthur Chopourian becomes chairman of new business unit Axiom Insurance & Reinsurance Solutions....
Appointment at Willis Group Holdings
Nick Williams has joined Willis Group Holdings as sales and marketing director for Drive. He joins ...
Appointment at Folgate Partnership
Folgate Partnership has recruited Tim Craton. Mr Craton was formerly a Partner at Kent Corporate La...
Health cover from Allianz
Allianz Cornhill has launched a commercial lines accident and health cover for personal accident an...