News/Regulation
Ace seeks to increase broker base in the UK.
Bermudian insurance group, Ace is looking to increase the number of brokers it deals with in the UK,...
David Worsfold.
The novelty of insurance roadshows is starting to wear a bit thin, but for the GISC's current round of consultation it is an appropriate choice.
United we stand.
Many independent intermediaries are uniting to counter the threat of larger brokers. Ric Mathers discusses how to pick the right group for you.
IIB goes on the road.
The Institute of Insurance Brokers takes to the road this month to update members on its latest acti...
Doing the books.
While figure-work might seem a little staid, accountants face a wide range of risks. Simon Threadgold looks at the every expanding market for accountants' professional indemnity.
Intermediary seeks insurer support for motor safety device.
A Lancaster-based intermediary is seeking insurer partners to endorse a new vehicle safety device wh...
Subsidence claims bill could be halved
Much of the remedial work carried out to rectify subsidence damage is unnecessary and is inflating cl...
GISC sets up working party to look into capital adequacy issues.
The General Insurance Standards Council has set up a working party to look at capital adequacy issue...
MIA targets surgeries for legal costs cover.
Doctors, dentists, and vets are being targeted for practice legal expenses cover by specialist broke...
Appointment at CSC.
CSC has appointed Steven Bow as managing director, Retail Insurance Division. Mr Bow has been with t...
Rate of errors not a surprise.
It does not surprise me in the least that 66% inaccuracy in insurance documents supplied by insurers...
BIBA unveils new branding.
The blue and white "lozenge" logo which has been synonymous with the British Insurance and Investmen...
Fat cats get the cream?
I am a sole-proprietor provincial insurance intermediary registered by the IBRC, when they existed, ...
Under construction.
Now that things are looking up for the construction industry insurers can afford to put rates up and make them stick, says Steve Banner.
Ian Ritchie.
Mergers are resulting in the industry losing valuable expertise, at a time when it is swamped with new legislation.
Appointment at Lloyd's Market Association.
The Lloyd's Market Association has appointed Peter Ridge as chief executive. Mr Ridge has over 30...
Claims handling is the Achilles heel of most insurers, but the ABI's
Where do insurers let themselves down in the eyes of their customers, causing serious damage to thei...
Safe and sound.
The introduction of new health and safety regulations will have wide implications for many engineering-related trades. Companies should make their brokers the first port of call, says John Sanders.
Edgar Hamilton unveils range of legal policies.
Edgar Hamilton Group has teamed up with Eastgate Assistance to offer brokers and intermediaries a fu...
Consumer champion.
Walter Merricks, the first Financial Services Ombudsman, talks to Tim Collison about how he plans to merge the eight current ombudsmen into one single super scheme.
Exclusive - Ombudsman delay for brokers.
Under the proposals for new regulatory body the General Insurance Standards Council, brokers and int...
Hewitt threat of regulation?
I wonder how many Professional Broking readers were aware of a statement issued by The Treasury rece...
Before you sign on the dotted line ...
Buying or selling a business can be a very tricky procedure. Jennifer Jarrett says that choosing the right solicitor and making sure the contract is drawn up properly are absolutely vital.
Arnott enters top four with Century.
Arnott Group Holdings has completed the acquisition of Century Insurance Centres for an undisclosed ...