British Insurance Brokers' Association (Biba)
Biba welcomes proposed delay to IDD as good news for brokers
David Sparkes calls potential delay a “great” and “sensible” step.
Profile: Levelling the playing field
Biba’s Graeme Trudgill and Andy Thornley tell Insurance Age why they are passionate about moulding a fairer system for their broker members and detail the intricacies of lobbying those in the corridors of power
FCA's Andrew Bailey warns passporting issue must be solved
Bailey says passporting rights are "critical" to maintaining insurance contracts after Brexit.
Biba sends warning on Ogden rate decision delays
The warning comes after the Justice Committee said more evidence was needed before the government can make a decision on how the rate should be set.
The Blog Spot: IPT and the tech revolution
Ida Axling shares her thoughts on this year’s Autumn Budget.
MP tables motion in Parliament urging government to freeze IPT
Early Day Motion calls on government to make the commitment in upcoming Budget.
Hear from England legend Stuart Pearce at Broker Expo in Coventry
The free to attend event for brokers takes place at the Ricoh Arena on 9 November.
ABI hits out at FSCS fee proposals
Biba says brokers should not be worse off and calls again for a separate funding class.
IPT raises £4.8bn a year
ABI calls on government to cease this tax “raid on the responsible” and say no to further rises as report highlights lack of consumer awareness about the tax.
Quizzical Questions: 20 October 2017
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Biba to increase fees by 2.5% for 2018
CEO Steve White said the fees go up each year to reflect inflation and increased costs such as the Litmus Test and software house resilience testing.
The productivity gap
Biba’s Steve White argues that the heavy burden of regulation is stifling productivity for brokers.
Biba reveals 2018 conference theme
‘Innovate Evolve Thrive’ will be the focus for the conference and exhibition which takes place in Manchester on 17 and 17 May next year.
Quizzical questions: 6 October 2017
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News Analysis: Ogden upheaval continues as government unveils fresh proposals
Volatility goes on despite plans to legislate on how rate is calculated
Biba teams up with Servca for medical indemnity scheme
Scheme backed by Lloyd’s A-rated capacity.
Biba launches scheme for transportation risks
Trade body partners with M R Ratcliffe Consultants.
Insurance firms demand minimum three year transition period after Brexit
Aon, RSA and Zurich along with more than 100 businesses sign letter to the Brexit negotiators seeking a trade deal and extra time after Britain leaves the EU.
Channel 4 cyber expert, Peter Blanc and Steve White confirmed for broker question time event
Attend Broker Morning Matters on 5 October for the inside track from experts on cyber, the gender pay gap and its insurance implications and the potential for disruption as insurtech grows.
GDPR a real concern for brokers
Brokers urged to implement change now or risk heavy fines.
Broking Break - Your Top 5
Insurance complaints, Ogden and acquisitions all hit the headlines and made up your top five stories this week.
Industry welcomes Ogden rate reform proposals
Biba calls for speedy implementation of proposals.
ABI slams “unnecessary, unworkable and unfair” motor ruling
ABI warns that owners of vehicles like golf buggies and motorised lawnmowers could be forced to take out third party insurance unless the European Commission takes action.
Insurance Cares: Biba calls for signposting
Biba’s Graeme Trudgill explains why signposting is a key element of helping vulnerable customers access insurance.