coronavirus
Covid-19: Are brokers accessing the government's furlough scheme?
Mixed response as brokers mobilise to support clients through the coronavirus crisis as some are forced to furlough staff.
The Insurance Age Podcast: 3 April 2020
Insurance Age commissioning editor, Laurence Eastham, and news editor, Ida Axling, discuss the top stories of the week.
Covid-19: Niall Barton calls on insurers to support insurtechs
The Insurtech UK chairman and Wrisk executive chairman said the “mini meteorite” of Covid-19 has put insurtechs at risk of underfunding.
Motor premiums rise 2.8% in Q1
Consumer Intelligence warned that telematics restrictions following coronavirus may hit youngest drivers hardest.
The working from home diaries: Simon Mabb
Insurance Age finds out how Simon Mabb, managing director of Romero Insurance, has adapted to changes in working practices amid the Covid-19 outbreak.
Covid-19: Insurtech UK calls on Chancellor for start-up support
The insurtech body has signed an open letter seeking additional support for start-ups from the government, as well as warning insurers against turning away from insurtech partners.
Saga profits drop ahead of expected Covid-19 hit
Broking, underwriting and travel profits all fell, as the group renegotiates its loans to accommodate for lengthy travel suspensions.
The working from home diaries: Peter Robinson
Insurance Age finds out how Peter Robinson, managing director of Prizm Solutions, has adapted to changes in working practices amid the Covid-19 outbreak.
Covid-19: Insurers will need to "carefully consider" BI position, says Oliver Wyman
The management consulting firm warns of a coming trade-off between maintaining the economic integrity of the business and maintaining customer trust, as it outlines how European insurers can manage the impact of coronavirus.
Covid-19: Lloyd’s issues guidance to MGAs
Marketplace has issued detailed guidance on premium non-payment, binding authority contracts, administrative requirements, claims resilience, and audits.
Blog: Pandemic - what is covered?
Biba's executive director, Graeme Trudgill, addresses the big question around business interruption and Covid-19.
Business Secretary states most firms have “not purchased” Covid-19 cover
John Glen said the government is in continual dialogue with insurance sector as he restates companies without the right cover will require support from elsewhere.
The working from home diaries: Paul Anscombe
Insurance Age finds out how Paul Anscombe, CEO of Seventeen Group, has adapted to changes in working practices amid the Covid-19 outbreak.
Covid-19: Brokers demand flexibility from insurers
Industry experts warn providers are not treating customers fairly as brokers call for clarity on unoccupied properties.
Covid-19: Industry "getting hammered" over business interruption, says Biba
Brokers hit back over business interruption following criticism of the entire insurance industry as some call for government assistance in getting the message across.
AA posts insurance growth in trading update
Company said the number of policies it manages, as well as income per policy, had risen over 2019.
The working from home diaries: Bryan Banbury
Insurance Age finds out how Bryan Banbury, managing director of Russell Scanlan, has adapted to changes in working practices amid the Covid-19 outbreak.
Blog: The implications of Covid-19 for brokers
Marcus Campbell and Graham Briggs of DAC Beachcroft discuss what brokers need to know to best protect their clients as the Covid-19 pandemic continues.
Insurance Age Digital Issue: April - Insurance and Covid-19
The coronavirus crisis has forced us all to adapt. Here, for the very first time, we have the digital-only edition of Insurance Age.
Covid-19: CII launches financial support guide
Guide aims to help CII members access support schemes offered by the government.
Covid-19: ABI pledges to address questions raised by Treasury Select Committee
Last week, the Committee wrote to ABI director general Huw Evans requesting insurer data in relation to the coronavirus crisis.
Christian Wakeford MP wants high street brokers to thrive
The former insurance broker chats to Insurance Age about his first few months in Parliament, what he learned from working in the insurance sector and how he is dealing with the coronavirus crisis.
Covid-19: Insurance firms come bottom of the list for contacting customers
Research reveals fast food companies and gyms are communicating more with clients about the coronavirus pandemic than insurance providers.
The Insurance Age Podcast: 27 March 2020
Insurance Age editor, Sian Barton, and content director, Jonathan Swift, discuss the top stories this week and talk about their own experience of the coronavirus lockdown.