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Environmental liability

Climate science: Too hot for comfort

Global warming is one of the most contested and emotive issues in the world. Regardless of whether the experts are right or wrong, the industry has to face the challenge, writes Danny Bradbury.

Legal: The opportunity of uncertainty

The vague Green Economy Bill is not an excuse for the industry to ignore climate change risks, rather to take a lead in tackling the problem and grab a big opportunity, writes Lindene Patton.

Viewpoint: The carbon challenge

Climate change remains controversial for broking. Either it is not discussed or it is addressed in the context of new business opportunities such as renewable energy. Regardless of a broker's positioning on climate change, it has become a regulatory…

Product launches: HSB equipment policy launched

HSB Engineering Insurance has launched an equipment breakdown product that aims to address the green issues faced by businesses, helping them reduce their carbon footprint and gain energy efficiency savings.

Your letters: Taking care of the environment

Having read some recent articles about the Environmental Damage (Prevention & Remediation) Regulations, I have to comment that in view of the length of time that the Environmental Liability Directive (ELD) was anticipated, it is amazing how many…

The PB Interview - Rob Worrell: Yorkshire pride

Hull's leading independent broker has had floods and a recession to contend with, yet it is a vibrant business that is growing strongly. Andrew Tjaardstra meets managing director and majority shareholder Rob Worrell

Ecological concerns

Further national and European environmental legislation can only increase brokers' duty of care, writes Edward Murray.

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