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Geneva Association opposes IMF proposal
Insurance think tank, The Geneva Association has issued a letter to the Central Bank Governors of the G20 in which it claims the financial stability tax proposal of the International Monetary Fund fails to adequately address the distinct nature of the…
Lloyds content despite fall in new insurance sales
Lloyds Banking Group has reported new insurance sales are modestly lower than the equivalent period of last year.
BPO firm expects to see growth in second half of 2010
Xchanging, the business processing company, today said it expected growth to be weighted towards the second half of 2010 due to the time it takes to conclude deals in its markets, including the London insurance market.
Fortis affinity boss Carter to lead Tesco Underwriting
Fortis and Tesco Bank have unveiled the structure of their general insurance partnership.
Delta Lloyd unveils board changes
Michiel Delfos has been appointed as the successor of Nathalie de Geus with effect from 15 May 2010.
FSA to consult on FSCS changes
The Financial Services Authority has today issued a consultation paper that includes proposed Handbook changes in relation to financial stability and market confidence.
Delta Lloyd unveils board changes
Michiel Delfos has been appointed as the successor of Nathalie de Geus with effect from 15 May 2010.
Two thirds of businesses "concerned" over prospect of hung parliament
Nearly two thirds of businesses (65%) are “concerned” or “very concerned” about the potential impact of a hung parliament, according to the British Chambers of Commerce’s latest monthly business survey.
FSA reassured over Quinn as administrator plans 20% UK rate hikes
The Irish Government has written to the Financial Services Authority to assure it that any funding needs which emerge at Quinn Insurance’s business there will be met.
FSA reassured over Quinn as administrator plans 20% UK rate hikes
The Irish Government has written to the Financial Services Authority to assure it that any funding needs which emerge at Quinn Insurance’s business there will be met.
Motor rate rises come to an unexpected halt, claims the AA
The sharp car insurance premium increases of 2009 came to an unexpected halt over the first quarter of 2010, according to the latest benchmark AA British Insurance Premium Index.
Zurich puts quake bill at $200m
Zurich announced today that based on preliminary estimates, it expects aggregate claims payments related to the earthquake in Chile of approximately $200m before tax.
Quinn Insurance administrator prepares staff for cuts
The administrator of Quinn Insurance has indicated that it will have to cut jobs to keep the business viable.
Zurich puts quake bill at $200m
Zurich announced today that based on preliminary estimates, it expects aggregate claims payments related to the earthquake in Chile of approximately $200m before tax.
Quinn Insurance administrator prepares staff for cuts
The administrator of Quinn Insurance has indicated that it will have to cut jobs to keep the business viable.
New investment head for Zurich
Zurich has appointed Urban Angehrn to the position of head of investment strategy implementation. He replaces Cecilia Reyes, who has been appointed chief investment officer and member of the group executive committee.
New investment head for Zurich
Zurich has appointed Urban Angehrn to the position of head of investment strategy implementation. He replaces Cecilia Reyes, who has been appointed chief investment officer and member of the group executive committee.
Junction acquires building society's motor book
BGL affinity arm Junction has acquired Bradford & Bingley’s motor and home insurance business.
Election 2010: Hung parliament - have your say
With the emergence of the Liberal Democrats as a political force in this election, the issue of a hung parliament is already making headlines.
Willis names new director at first Irish AGM
Willis has appointed Michael Somers as a director of the company and member of the risk committee of the board of directors.
Ex Direct Line employee jailed for £1.1m fraud
A former Direct Line employee has been jailed for six years for a £1m money-laundering scheme.
Willis names new director at first Irish AGM
Willis has appointed Michael Somers as a director of the company and member of the risk committee of the board of directors.
Fitch rates Groupama as an 'A'
Fitch Ratings has today assigned Groupama and four of its core insurance subsidiaries Insurer financial strength ratings of 'A'.
Regulator gives Quinn green light for partial UK underwriting return
The Financial Regulator has today modified the direction issued to Quinn Insurance to permit the company to write motor insurance cover for provisional driver licence holders in the United Kingdom (including Northern Ireland).