Regulation
Bridging the gap
Outsourcing is an effective way to make up a skills deficit or save costs but forging a long-standing and successful partnership relies upon laying the foundations correctly, explains Michael Walton.
Appointment at Midland Broker Alliance
Midland Broker Alliance has appointed Ian Parker to help its members comply with existing requireme...
From our daily news service - Gerrard argues for more regulator
The UK's regulators should be more accountable, according to DLA's regulatory lawyer Neil Gerrard. H...
A heavy price to pay for compliance
Brokers which have not yet sampled the delights of CP 174 would be well advised to give it a go. As...
Criticism of IIB's Andrew Paddick misses the point
After reading the letters page of Professional Broking, (March, p15) I have to say I find it disapp...
Appointment at Henderson Insurance Brokers
Henderson Insurance Brokers has made Paul Judge development and marketing director for all companie...
Fuss-free internet start
Web designer SyndicateFour is offering brokers the chance to get online for £10. The deal gives bro...
In response to CP 160
Broker Direct has sent a response to the Financial Services Authority's paper CP160 Insurance Selli...
Making allowances for new NI contributions
Q: I understand National Insurance contributions are increasing by 1%, which will add to my salary ...
Insurers agree over new BIBA service standards
Sixteen insurance companies have agreed to sign up to the British Insurance Brokers' Association's ...
Sufficient checks by insurers should limit FSA involvement
With regards to the article 'FSA stance not altered after Preston' (PB March, p5), I do not think t...
FSA's CP 174 could force smaller brokers to quit
Brokers fear that the Financial Services Authority's CP 174 proposals will drive smaller intermedia...
Clear victory for the industry
Equitable life claimed against Ernst & Young, arguing that it had failed to take account of the uncertainties surrounding the guaranteed annuity rates and the Hyman litigation.
Appointment at HealthSure
Paul Sweeney has become finance manager for national healthcare provider HealthSure, where he will ...
Can I avoid FSA compliance by selling up?
Q: I am nearing retirement and want to avoid complying with the Financial Services Authority. Can I...
Insurance Age Awards 2003 - A decade of excellence
The Insurance Age Awards 2003 are launched this month and our 10thanniversary awards are going to be...
Appointment at Markerstudy Group
Markerstudy Group has appointed Mike Lewis as group financialcontroller. Mike has 20 years' experien...
Indie creditors turn to Europe
Creditors of failed Independent Insurance have turned their sights onthe regulators as they take the...
Risk perspectives - Risk management, not riskavoidance.
Risk managers don't avoid risks, they manage them. Organisations thatmanage risks well avoid the dow...
A BOOMING SECTOR - Who wants to cover a millionaire?
The high net worth market seems to be booming - but building a successful book of business in the sector requires commitment, resources and a clear grasp of clients' needs, cautions Ewan Campbell
Hardy leaves GAB Robins
Days before John Castagno joined as its UK chief executive,loss-adjuster GAB Robins lost another sen...
Soundbytes
Steve Canning, general manager, UK and services sector, Europe,Middle East and Africa, MRO Software
News Review: March - Protection for small businesses
The industry was preparing to do battle this month with the FinancialServices Authority (FSA) over t...
News Review: March - Underwriter on watch
Underwriter Insurance was placed on negative watch by ratings agencyFitch following the departure of...