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Aviva UK&I GI premiums up 27% up as commercial drops
Aviva Insurance’s UK and Ireland general insurance premiums have hit £8.5bn in the first nine months of 2026, up from £6.7bn over the same period last year.
Zurich detects record £109.3m of fraudulent claims
Zurich uncovered a record £109.3 million of fraudulent insurance claims in the last 12 months, across 4,359 bogus claims in its casualty, motor and property portfolios.
Preventing child injury on construction sites
Recent incidents have demonstrated the devastating consequences when children gain access to construction and development sites. This content highlights the key areas addressed by Aviva’s new Loss Prevention Standard (LPS) which provides practical…
Infographic: The UK’s rebuild cost gap is changing
In 2026, just 8% of UK properties are insured for the right amount. Based on data from 46,917 rebuild cost assessments completed, this infographic sheds light on the accuracy of building sums insured for residential and commercial properties, plus the…
Gone in a flash: One in five leave their phone or camera unattended in public
Aviva research reveals that 22% of people leave their phone or camera unattended in a public place to photograph or film themselves. This content highlights which demographic cohort is most prone to being distracted and what advice brokers can share to…
Building resilience through the Flood School insights
A team from Aviva Claims recently visited the National Flood School to gain further insight into flood resilience, restoration best practice and the challenges customers face. This content provides some key takeaways from the visit and how brokers can…
Subsidence claims volume hits record level in Q3 – ABI
Members of the Association of British Insurers received 13,000 new domestic subsidence claims from July to September this year, compared to 8,000 over the same time period in 2025 and the highest number on record, the trade body has confirmed.
Broker bought Porsche and Cartier ring with proceeds from £3.45m fraud
A former insurance broker employee was sentenced at Southwark Crown Court yesterday (29 October 2026) to seven and a half years after being convicted of fraud by abuse of position.
Autumn update: what's new in Risk Management Solutions?
Every quarter Aviva shares a news round-up of its latest Risk Management Solutions updates. This round-up highlights thought leadership pieces, information on the latest trends in the risk industry and provides tips to help brokers and their clients stay…
Protecting your property from common winter problems
With winter soon approaching, protecting your property is a smart investment and can help to reduce the cost of high maintenance bills and minimise potential risks for you and your family. This content provides ten top tips for preparing your property…
MBP takes minority stake in £32m GWP broker
Insurance investment vehicle Minority Broker Partnerships has acquired a minority stake in Caleb Roberts Insurance Services, an independent agricultural and rural insurance broker operating across Mid Wales, Herefordshire and Shropshire.
Bonfire night: Rules & risks
As Bonfire Night approaches, many people will be looking forward to an evening of fireworks, sparklers and bonfires. However, it’s important to understand the risks. Aditi Kanojia from ARAG Law answers some common questions about the legal considerations…
Fast and flexible policy changes ‘business-critical’ for commercial motor brokers
Over 80% of brokers described the ability to complete MTAs quickly and accurately as 'business critical' when dealing with commercial motor fleet policies, more than double on late 2024, according to broker research by Direct Commercial.
Black Friday & Cyber Monday: Your guide to a safer sales season
The countdown is on, Black Friday and Cyber Monday are nearly here, and shoppers everywhere are gearing up to grab unbeatable deals. Aditi Kanojia, at ARAG Law, explains what every online shopper needs to know to shop smart this Black Friday and Cyber…
Rural fraudster bleaten by shear force of the law
City of London Police’s Insurance Fraud Enforcement Department is investigating suspected fraudulent insurance claims over the alleged theft of more than 650 sheep.
Halloween: Know your rights before fright night
To help you avoid turning Halloween into a legal horror story, Aditi Kanojia, associate at ARAG Law, answers some of the most common questions around Halloween-related legal issues.
Allianz teams up with Superscript on SME commercial insurance
Allianz UK is set to provide capacity for digital insurance broker Superscript’s landlord and tradespeople propositions.
MOFS MD Gibbons on why it chose Adler Fairways over PE or the big consolidators
Mason Owen Financial Services managing director Andrew Gibbons speaks for the first time about its takeover by Adler Fairways. And tells Jonathan Swift culture and future proofing trumped cash when it came to choosing a new partner, and that the type of…
Home insurance premiums fall again as Defaqto warns of claims pressures
Home insurance prices fell by 2.4% in the third quarter, with drops every month, according to the latest research by Defaqto.
How to deal with anti-social tenants
Anti-social tenant behaviour can be stressful for landlords. When tenants engage in anti-social behaviour, landlords are often left wondering what rights they have and how the eviction process works. This content highlights how early action can help…
Broker Expo 2026: Early and open conversations needed for brokers and underwriters to win
As the industry starts to lose its face-to-face culture, being open to early and open appetite conversations through different channels will be key to establishing good relationships between brokers and underwriters.