Regulation
Brokers ‘in the dark’ regarding Insurance Act, says law firm
Research finds that more guidance is needed ahead of August 2016 implementation.
Tracey McDermott rules herself out as FCA chief
McDermott does not want to stay on as full-time FCA CEO.
Reports that customer data study set for scrapheap denied
Review of how insurers use customer information still set to take place in some form.
Tracey McDermott tipped for permanent CEO role at FCA
Regulator seeking to replace Martin Wheatley.
FCA fines and bans broker over client money failings
Chief executive found not to have understood the rules and regulations.
Big data: brokers are “doing it by the book”
Insurance sector unconcerned by FCA’s inquiry into how it handles customer data
Brokers divided over Osborne’s plan to curb whiplash claims
Chancellor’s proposed measures welcomed by insurance companies
PRA approves Solvency II models for 19 insurers
Regulator’s list includes both life and general insurers.
Sector hails FCA renewals proposals as “good news”
ABI and Aviva welcome consultation on showing last year’s premium price on renewal notices.
FCA gets tough on renewal quotes
Proposals call on insurers to show last year’s premium on renewal notices.
FCA confirms PPI claims deadline consultation
Eighteen firms face cost of funding £42.2m communications campaign.
MPs anger over FSCS fee collection reform failure
MPs demand answers on how the Financial Services Compensation Scheme can change how it collects fees.
FCA fee increase threat
Biba calls on regulator to spend wisely as FCA consults on PPI claim time limits and considers whether to increase fees to pay for marketing campaign.
FCA to consult on introducing PPI complaint deadline
Trade body says it will also consult on funding a consumer communications campaign.
Brokers warned over 'insistent clients'
FCA guidance for pensions advisers could have relevance for those selling insurance
Insurance complaints fall 13.6%
FCA reveals a drop in the number of complaints about general insurance to 1,204,783.
FCA appoints Georgina Philippou as COO
The regulator says its executive committee is now complete.
Opinion: A deceptive title to a dangerous document?
Create Solutions' Mike Cranny on the implications of a little-read FCA discussion paper
Surprise hike in IPT sparks concern
Industry reacts to George Osborne’s Budget announcement to increase Insurance Premium Tax
Toba turmoil to hit this August
Failing to act now to ensure Tobas meet Insurance Act could lead to more court action further down the line.
FCA finalises rules on complaints handling
Firms will have more time to resolve complaints, but can't charge customers premium rates for phone calls.
Wheatley “disappointed” by FCA exit
Outgoing chief executive indicates “unfinished business” at the regulator.
Martin Wheatley to stand down as FCA chief
Tracey McDermott to take over as acting CEO while the regulator searches for a permanent replacement.
FCA spends £1.7m on staff expenses
Regulator reveals staff spending hit £1.7m with £136,432 spent on foreign travel.