Articles by Martin Friel
Moody's: Axa's referral fee stance could benefit the sector
Axa’s recent decision to no longer accept personal injury referral fees could benefit the sector as a whole according to credit ratings firm Moody’s.
Editor’s letter – July 2011
“As a broker, it must be pretty galling to see a small desert rodent with a ridiculous accent representing an industry that is worth billions”
AMII not letting claims transparency issue drop
The chairman of the Association of Medical Insurance Intermediaries (AMII) has promised that the Association will continue to pursue a resolution to the thorny issue of claims transparency.
FarmWeb nabs Arista manager for growth drive
FarmWeb has appointed former Arista employee, Sonya Hawkins, as operations manager.
Ombudsman slams claims companies over PPI scandal
Claims management companies (CMCs) have “exploited” payment protection insurance (PPI) complaints, according to the Financial Ombudsman Service’s (FOS) legal director.
Westinsure hires regional heads to increase membership buy-in
Westinsure has created six regional centres in a bid to maximise member use of the insurer deals it has negotiated.
Axa Personal Lines loses claims trio
Axa Personal Lines has lost three of its senior claims management team.
Aspen makes new senior appointment
Aspen Insurance has appointed a new manager of distribution and business development in the UK.
Lord Turner calls on Parliament to pick up the pace
The Financial services Authority (FSA) chairman, Lord Turner, has called on Parliament to ensure the legislation necessary for a smooth regulatory transition is in place in time for the FSA to hand over to the new bodies.
What's your Big Idea for personal lines?
As our competition to find the next Big Idea in personal lines moves into its second month, MD of intermediary and partnership sales for Axa Personal Lines, Mike Keating, talks about his hopes for the initiative.
Cooper Gay appoints new CEO
Cooper Gay Swett & Crawford has announced the appointment of Shaun Hooper as chief executive officer of Cooper Gay & Co, the group's Lloyd's and London market broker.
Ten for TEn as network adds new members
TEn Insurance has signed up 10 new members to its broker network since the start of 2011.
Motor market to remain in the red following £2bn loss in 2010
The UK motor market will not return to profitability until 2012 at the earliest as it struggles to recover from the £2bn loss it made in 2010.
Former Axa chief Philippe Maso pitches up at Aviva
Former Axa Insurance UK CEO Philippe Maso has been appointed CEO of Aviva France.
Broker Expo reaches out to the southern market
Following the success of Broker Expo 2010, Insurance Age is delighted to announce the launch of Broker Expo South - the sister event to the flagship Broker Expo, the annual exhibition in Coventry.
Aviva gears up for push in liability market
Aviva has made two appointments in its liability division which it claims shows its commitment to this market.
Ombudsman's increased award limit will impact regulated firms
A professional indemnity expert has challenged the Financial Services Authority’s (FSA) claim that the Ombudsman’s increased award limit would not impact regulated firms.
Aviva chief jumps ship for Towergate
Mark Hodges, UK chief executive officer of Aviva, has been lined up to replace retiring group CEO of Towergate, Andy Homer.
Kwik-Fit announces senior appointment
Kwik-Fit Financial Services has appointed Kieran Gilmurray as its new director of finance.
Kane Group completes HSBC purchase
The Kane Group has completed the acquisition of the insurance management operations of HSBC.
Editor’s letter – June 2011
I think the front cover says it all. For many brokers, moving into the online world is a leap of faith and not one that should be taken lightly. But there is momentum. Every insurer executive is talking about e-trading and they’re desperate for you, the…
Dual pricing must end, demands broker
Broker claims three cases cost his firm £35,000
Profile: Evolutionary thinker
Ageas’ managing director is confident of rapid growth after seeing a sharp rise in e-trading and a strengthening private motor market, writes Martin Friel
E-broking: keep your business in touch
The event that will demonstrate how to get the most out of e-broking