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Hastings launches affinity and partnership division
Hastings Insurance Services has announced the launch of a new specialist division, Hastings Partnerships led by business development director Andy Kirton, which will handle all of the company’s affinity and partnership business.
John Nelson named next chairman of Lloyd’s
Lloyd’s has announced the appointment of John Nelson as its new chairman effective from October.
Towergate appoints Alastair Lyons as non-executive chairman
Towergate has announced the appointment of Alastair Lyons CBE as non-executive chairman with Peter Cullum CBE, the current executive chairman, taking on the role of non-executive deputy chairman.
Brokers favour tighter home claims checks, according to Axa
Over one third of brokers (38%) said they believed people were more likely to exaggerate a claim than a year ago, according to research by Axa.
Insurance Age blog: It's a question of taste
According to research from the University of Hertfordshire, a blind taste test performed by over 400 members of the public has revealed that we cannot tell the difference between cheap or expensive wine.
Zurich disappointed by SRA changes
Zurich has raised concerns that the changes unveiled by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) will not address challenges in the market particularly for small firms renewing professional indemnity (PI) insurance.
SRA confirms ARP changes
The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has confirmed sweeping changes to the Assigned Risks Pool (ARP) ahead of a full policy statement to be issued on 18 April.
Biba issues response to Treasury consultation
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba) has responded to the HM Treasury consultation: A new approach to regulation – building a stronger system, and called for proportionate, appropriate and cost-effective regulation for brokers.
ABI warns against duplication in regulatory reform
The Association of British Insurers (ABI) has called for transparent and accountable co-ordination between the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) and Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).
Calls for ban on referral fees after car premiums rise 40%
The Association of British Insurers (ABI) has called for an immediate ban on referral fees following research from the AA showing that the average motor insurance premium has risen by 40% over the last year.
Car premiums up but leading indices show stall in rises
Two new surveys from the AA and Confused.com/Towers Watson have revealed a slow down in the ongoing rate rises in motor insurance premiums.
Online PI broker opens in Ipswich
PolicyBee, an online professional indemnity broker, has launched from offices in Ipswich targeting SME business, independent consultants and small consultancies.
Sean Genden appointed CEO of Travelers Europe
Travelers has named Sean Genden as chief executive officer for Travelers Europe. The provider said his appointment was designed to support its strategic and growth initiatives in the European property and casualty market.
FSA trebles fines to £97m
The Financial Services Authority (FSA) trebled the value of fines it collected from financial services businesses in just one year, from £33.1m to £96.7m, according to Reynolds Porter Chamberlain (RPC).
Congregational invests in specialist broker
Congregational & General Insurance has purchased a minority shareholding in Solihull-based David Edwards Insurance Brokers.
Biba in trade credit deal
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba) has announced an agreement with the Government’s Export Credits Guarantee Department (ECGD) to provide general insurance brokers with access to the ECGD export insurance scheme for their clients.
Business insolvency rate falls again
Business insolvencies in February 2011 fell by 12.5% to 1,605 compared to the same month in 2010 when 1,834 failed in the UK.
Ageas unveils four retail appointments
Ageas UK has announced a series of appointments as it looks to support the growth of its retail operations.
Brokers give thumbs up to Axa strategy
Brokers have reacted positively to the core strategy unveiled by Amanda Blanc, commercial lines CEO at Axa.
Higos buys again in Devon
Higos Insurance has bought Plymstock Insurance Centre, near Plymouth.
National Friendly withdraws two health products
National Friendly has withdrawn its five Year Fixed Healthcare and Healthguard products for sale to new customers.
Heath Lambert reacts to departures in Scotland
Heath Lambert has announced a series of appointments in Scotland.
Brokers remain confident but only just, according to survey
Insurance brokers remain optimistic about the overall business situation in the sector, but at a markedly lower level than previously, according to a report by the CBI and PricewaterhouseCoopers.
ECInsurance expands in Scotland and Northern England
ECInsurance has promoted one executive and appointed a new hire in a bid to increase its manpower in Scotland and Northern England.