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PB Week: A month in the life; Earle's September
This year has involved some work on foundations of the business - to get us ready to grow even faster in the years ahead.
Beazley Group mourns the loss of deputy chairman, Andrew Beazley
In a statement issued to the press the Board of Beazley said it was sad to announce the death of its deputy chairman, Andrew Beazley, at the age of 57.
Ex HCC CEO hires former colleague as part of new venture
New broker-only MGA, Manchester Underwriting Management (MUM), has announced the appointment of Richard Webb as a director of the business.
Police seize £150,00 from crash for cash criminal
Police have confiscated £150,000 from a man at the centre of a car crash scam in Keighley, Bradford.
Quinn Insurance case ends uncertainty over limitation period, says law firm
Insurers won a major victory in the courts this week when the High Court ruled in favour of Quinn Insurance in a case that found claims must be brought within six years from when an insurer declines liability, according to Browne Jacobson.
Nearly half of young adults have no contents insurance
Latest research has revealed that 49% of young adults don’t have contents insurance to protect the items in their home.
PB Sentiment Survey - Autumn 2010
Read the latest snapshot of your opinions in the latest PB Sentiment Survey
CII aims to improve claims process with formation of new think tank group
The Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) has brought together a group of young insurance professionals to consider and develop new and innovative ways to improve the claims process.
Car insurance premiums continue to rise
The average cost of comprehensive cover increased by 8.6% between July and September, however this is a drop on the 14.2% rise last quarter, according to Confused.com/EMB Car Insurance Price Index.
Quinn Insurance bidders revealed
Anglo Irish Bank, Travelers Insurance and Liberty Global are among the shortlist of five potential buyers for Quinn Insurance, according to reports.
New MGA trade body to help members stand out from crowd
The Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA), has revealed that it is aiming to make a clear differentiation between its members and the broking community as it called for prospective members and funding support ahead of its official launch in…
Finch to replace Graham at L&G
Finance director from Lloyds' European financial services arm set to replace Graham after his promotion
Nearly 50 firms to close under SRA's ARP strategy
The SRA has claimed its strategy to manage the Assigned Risks Pool (ARP) more effectively is showing results, with firms paying up over £3/4m of outstanding premiums and 47 firms either closed or in the process of closing.
MMA raids Esure for underwriting director
Former Esure director Colin Batabyal has been appointed as the new underwriting director for MMA Insurance.
Axa's Philippe Maso steps down as CEO as part of restructure
Axa Insurance said that an overall CEO role was no longer required after restructuring the business to create two self-contained units - commercial lines and personal lines.
Focus - CSR: Helping hands
Ask a broker about its corporate social responsibility programme and the chances are you'll be met by either a blank stare or a look of pure cynicism. Yet beneath the surface, when it comes to philanthropic aspects, many are punching above their weight,…
Viewpoint: Loyalty rides on every claim
Jonathan Hughes gives his views on claims
News Analysis - Gender equality: Ensuring equality
Emmanuel Kenning asks if the insurance industry should be congratulating or chastising itself over its equal pay record between the sexes.
Exeter Friendly launches new family brand
Exeter Friendly has launched a new insurance brand, Exeter Family Friendly.
More than 400 firms left without solicitors' PI cover after deadline
The Solicitors' Regulation Authority (SRA) has received 409 applications from firms requesting entrance into the assigned risk pool (ARP) on the professional indemnity renewal deadline of 1 October.
Dual confirms hire of Tim Grant
Dual Corporate Risks has confirmed its appointment of Tim Grant as head of e-business.
Polly C
Polly loves a little bit of controversy, especially when it comes from an unexpected source, so she was 'all ears' when Phil Bunker, MD of LV Broker, let rip on rival Aviva.
Broker claims debate - roundtable: A case of too many cooks?
The friction between brokers, insurers and accident management companies is well documented, but what has come under less scrutiny is the underlying reason for this tension. Martin Friel reports on this special roundtable debate.
Pruhealth's buyout threatens end to PMI's reigning duopoly
The stranglehold that Axa PPP and Bupa hold over the private medical insurance (PMI) market could be loosened, following Pruhealth's acquisition of Standard Life Health (SLH).