Pricewaterhouse Coopers (PWC)
British public unwilling to pay for flood protection, survey says
PwC finds that more than 25% of Brits are not sure whether they have flood cover.
Broker profits up but optimism down
Survey finds business volumes “slowed markedly” in the three months to March.
Optimism up in broker sector
Research finds unexpected fall in profitability but profits expected to recover in next quarter.
RSA's Brown admits insurer's reputation has been "damaged"
Adrian Brown's admission follows PwC review into Ireland issues and twin sackings.
RSA fires Ireland CFO and claims director
Dismissals follow PwC review into Ireland claims and finance issues.
RSA board to receive PwC review on Ireland irregularities
Insurer confirms £200m cash injection into its Irish business.
RSA poised to publish "key findings" of Ireland PwC probe
Insurer confirms that verdict will be revealed on 9 January.
RSA insists 'it's business as usual' in Ireland and UK
Insurer claims problems at Irish operation will have no impact on brokers.
Insurers facing St Jude storm bill
Accountants warn of impact of UK storm as winds gust up to 99mph
Expertise in Action: Broker: Preferential treatment
Few clients are interested in commission disclosure, however, the issue of preferential treatment for brokers that produce the most business for insurers could soon face regulatory scrutiny.
Insurance optimism up as business volumes grow
Profitability for insurance brokers increased at its fastest pace since March 2011 for the three months to September 2013, research from Price Waterhouse Coopers (PwC) has reported.
UK insurance industry to create 22,000 new roles by 2020
The UK insurance industry could generate up to 22,000 new jobs by 2020, according to a new PwC report.
Broker optimism rising at fastest rate for a year
In the three months to June optimism amongst insurance brokers rose at its fastest rate in a year, according to a new survey.
PwC confirms new London Market insurance head
PricewaterhouseCoopers (Pwc) has named Jim Bichard as London Market insurance leader.
Broker optimism on the up
Optimism among insurance brokers rose marginally in the first three months of 2013, according to the latest CBI/PwC financial services survey.
Insurance brokers feeling down in the mouth, survey reveals
PwC and CBI poll reveals brokers’ optimism levels at their lowest since Q4 2011
Optimism sinks lower among brokers
Optimism among insurance brokers fell in the three months to December – the second quarter of falls, the latest survey from PWC and the CBI has found.
Floods may cause 50% home insurance premium spike
Home insurance renewal premiums could rise by up to 50% in wake of the latest floods, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) has warned.
Insurers facing worst flood damage bills since 2007
British insurers are expected to face the worst flood damage bills since 2007, PricewaterhouseCoopers (Pwc) has warned.
Research finds brokers expect business volumes to rise
Brokers expect business volumes to continue to grow during the final quarter of 2012, according to a business health survey published today.
Brokers endure fastest commission decline for two years
Average commissions, fees and premiums fell at their fastest rate since June 2010 during the last quarter, according to the latest CBI/PwC Financial Services Survey published today.
PwC: Companies must adapt to changing market dynamics
Over two thirds (70%) of insurance CEOs are planning to change their strategy over the next 12 months as they tackle ongoing economic difficulties and increasing regulatory pressures.
ULR parent reports £3m loss
Motorplus, parent company of Norwich-based ULR, has reported an operating loss of £3.4m for the year ending 31 August 2010.
Video: What the Papers Say latest edition
This month Martin Friel, editor of Insurance Age, and Emmanuel Kenning Features editor, are joined by Aviva's senior media relations manager, Erik Nelson.