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Risk perspectives - Another cause for celebration
The use of fireworks is becoming increasingly popular, not just on Bonfire Night but for other occas...
Settling some Rockpool issues
I refer to the letter 'Something Strange at Rockpool' in the October edition, and must put the recor...
Findings reveal a sorry state of affairs
The findings of the latest review of the sale of payment protection insurance (PPI) by the Financial...
All for show?
Many insurers claim that they provide exceptional service to brokers, while many brokers believe that insurers are all 'song and dance' when it comes to their performance. Paul Lang looks into the state of service standards in the market, and how…
Brokers encouraged to step up PPI product development efforts
Brokers should focus on a more targeted approach to product design and pricing in the payment protec...
The best direction
In the rapidly changing world of insurance, brokers need to be sure of their insurer partners more than ever before. David Lomas highlights the importance of insurance asset management, and explores how brokers can find their bearings
D&O policy take up set to rise
A statutory duty on directors to regard their company's impact on the environment could see an incre...
Biba launches guide
The British Insurance Brokers' Association (Biba) has launched a guide aimed at assisting its member...
Head of Axa Corporate Solutions calls for corrective action
A leading personality in the international insurance industry has said that if the current soft market cycle taking hold is to flatten out, then premium rates must be stabilised if insurers are to achieve stable and adequate pricing which means restoring…
Galbraith labels aggregators dangerous tools
Eric Galbraith, British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba) chief executive has hit out at the Resolution Foundation research into price comparison websites which suggested that these sites played an important role in consumer financial decisions.
Biba reveals theme for 2008 conference
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba) has announced that 'Influencing Tomorrow' will be the theme for its 30th annual conference and exhibition to be held at the SECC in Glasgow between Wednesday 30 April and Friday 2 May 2008.
Groupama fleet risk management programme launched
Following an extensive review of its in-house fleet risk strategy, Groupama Insurances has launched a comprehensive Fleet Risk Management Programme utilising the latest innovations and techniques to conduct risk assessment and driver training.
Biba publishes management guide for TCF
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba) has launched a guide aimed at assisting its members in developing and using appropriate management information to demonstrate that they are treating customers fairly.
Assurant Solutions acquires Centrepoint Insurance
Assurant Solutions, a specialist in creating, underwriting and administering niche insurance protection products, has acquired Centrepoint Insurance Services(Centrepoint), a leading distributor of buildings and contents (B&C) and mortgage payment…
Non-disclosure campaign sees rise in critical illness payments
Norwich Union has announced an 11% increase in critical illness payments since 2005, following a series of initiatives to drive down non-disclosure. According to the insurer’s latest Critical Insurance Claims Report, 80% of 2006 CI claims were paid,…
Young blasted over speech
One of the world's largest brokers has attacked the chief executive of the Environment Agency follow...
Appointment at Financial Ombudsman Service
Lord Hunt, partner and chairman of the financial services division at Beachcroft LLP, has been appoi...
Commission concerned
Neelie Kroes, the European Commissioner for Competition and the author of the European Commission's ...
Contractual changes
The Market Reform Programme Office has revised its guidance on how best to achieve compliance with t...
The Independent Trial Commentary
Condon defends on grounds of exclusion as Lomas reveals depression and losses
Foot-and-mouth outbreak could see insurers launch new schemes
The government may try to encourage insurers to launch schemes for the farming industry in response ...
Fine highlights customer exploitation
The recent £182,000 Financial Services Authority (FSA) fine of Hadenglen Home Finance and its chief ...