Politics
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.
Fears white paper proposal could hamper PMI
The coalition Government's decision to turn its back on its 'preferred provider' policy could pose a threat to the private medical insurance (PMI) industry, according to the Association of Medical Insurance Intermediaries (Amii).
Biba urges Amii to join forces to form a single 'louder' voice
The Association of Medical Insurance Intermediaries (Amii) has rebuffed advances from the British Insurance Brokers Association (Biba) to merge the two organisations.
Reportage - online security: Storing online data securely
As the world of e-trading moves on apace, the legal obligations of companies that receive, store and disseminate client information can often be forgotten. Liz McMahon examines the responsibilities brokers have in regards to data
Viewpoint: It's PPI payback time
After months of speculation, the letter has arrived. Andrew Welch explores just how hard brokers have been hit by this year's soaring FSCS levy as the FSA claws back cash to cover claims from mis-sold PPI policies.
Power hour: A cooperative coalition?
This month's power hour assesses the impact the Con-Dem Government has already had on insurance and debates how it will continue to influence the industry in the future. Liz McMahon reports.
FSA consultation kicks off with confirmation of 2011 revamp
The Financial Services Authority (FSA) has revealed it will begin its radical transformation at the start of next year as it launched a consultation into the shake-up.
Jackson consultation slated for leaving brokers in dark
Experts have criticised the Government's Jackson review consultation, claiming it has left the industry "in the dark" on key measures.
Industry anticipates further IPT rises to catch up with EU levels
Industry experts have warned of further Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) hikes as the Government attempts to bring UK tax levels into line with the rest of Europe.
Government to consult on how to implement Jackson Review
The coalition Government has announced a consultation on implementing the recommendations laid out in Lord Justice Jackson’s Review of Civil Litigation Costs.
New government: Coalition consequences
The new government has already announced the end of the Financial Services Authority and an Emergency Budget full of spending cuts and tax rises. Emmanuel Kenning looks at the implications for insurance brokers.
Viewpoint: The tonic the economy needed
On 22 June, Chancellor George Osborne delivered his Emergency Budget. It set out a faster reduction of the deficit than was envisaged by the previous government and, crucially, defined how the bulk of the adjustment would be achieved through lower…
News analysis - Emergency Budget: Chancellor's axe and tax
Emmanuel Kenning reviews economists' reactions to the announcements in the Emergency Budget.
The PB interview - Bill Cooper: Bright light in the gloom
Andrew Tjaardstra meets Bill Cooper, managing director for insurance in the financial institutions division at Lloyds TSB Corporate Markets. Despite being cautious about prospects for brokers as the UK's economic malaise continues, the firm is very much…
Video: the impact of regulatory structure reforms
Jonathan Evans MP and chairman of the All Parliamentary Group on Insurance & Financial Services, meets Incisive Media’s David Worsfold to discuss the impact of the proposed reforms of the regulatory structure on the insurance and retail financial…
Cable's red tape-cutting committee meets
A new cabinet committee, chaired by business secretary Vince Cable and charged with with reducing the heavy burden of red tape on business, met for the first time today.
Third Parties Act 2010: Ending the uncertainty
After a wait of 80 years, the Third Parties Act has finally been reformed. Nicola Billen looks at the problems with the original and how the new Act shapes up.
Reportage - coalition government: A political maze
With the first coalition Government in more than 50 years in power, there is plenty of unease among businesses as to what it will mean for them. Louise Meeson explores the risks SMEs face amid a lack of clear direction
Viewpoint: Principles versus PC
Tony Bridgland wrote a long-running satirical column in Insurance Age from 1992, firing barbed broadsides at insurers and regulators alike and, for seven years, was the insurance watchdog for the Sun newspaper. Now he comes out of semi-retirement to put…
Industry divided over repercussions of rising IPT
The increase in Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) announced in the Government's emergency Budget has met with mixed reactions.
Two FSA heads jump ship following plans to reform
The Financial Services Authority (FSA) has been hit by two senior resignations as the coalition Government announced its plans to reform the regulatory system in the UK.
Emergency Budget 2010: IPT rise will not impact on rate hikes says Bluefin boss
Stuart Reid, chief executive, Bluefin Insurance Services, said the IPT standard rate increase announced by as part of the emergency Budget would be welcomed by many.
Video: will Axa pull out of the UK?
Head of corporate development at the CII, Alasdair Stewart and Incisive Media’s, David Worsfold, join Martin Friel, Insurance Age editor to discuss the big industry news stories of this month.
Aviva chairman joins Cable’s group
The government has confirmed the members of the Business Advisory Group established last month with the remit of acting in an advisory capacity to Vince Cable, Secretary of State, Business, Innovation and Skills.