Jonathan Swift
Content director, insurance
Jonathan has written and commented about the insurance industry since 1998 as a reporter, news editor, editor and content director at Incisive Media.
He has appeared on television speaking about topics as diverse as the insurance implications of Michael Jackson's death to the consequences of consolidation on motor premiums; and is a past winner of the British Insurance Brokers' Association journalist of the year and Association of British Insurers general insurance trade journalist prizes.
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Government mulls plan to make third party cover for dog owners compulsory
Environment Secretary Hilary Benn said: "There is a lot of public concern about dog attacks, including the recent tragic deaths of young children, and about the rise in the number of so-called status dogs used to intimidate or threaten people."
Liberty raids Marsh for Hogg to lead strategic assets arm
The arm aims to develop and underwrite a range of specialist risks including intellectual property, reputational risks, cyber insurances and non-material damage business interruption.
Liberty raids Marsh for Hogg to lead strategic assets arm
The arm aims to develop and underwrite a range of specialist risks including intellectual property, reputational risks, cyber insurances and non-material damage business interruption.
Marsh to take $600m hit on Kroll disposal
The Financial Times reports The Carlyle Group, Apax Partners and General Atlantic have all entered bids by the deadline for first expressions of interest in late February.
Axa moves to expand Asian GI business
Its Malaysian subsidiary, Axa Affin General Insurance Berhad has received the approval from Bank Negara Malaysia, to acquire 80% of BH Insurance Berhad from Boustead Holdings Berhad and 20% from Felda Marketing Services Sdn Bhd.
Axa moves to expand Asian GI business
Its Malaysian subsidiary, Axa Affin General Insurance Berhad has received the approval from Bank Negara Malaysia, to acquire 80% of BH Insurance Berhad from Boustead Holdings Berhad and 20% from Felda Marketing Services Sdn Bhd.
QBE restructures European business
With immediate effect, QBE will operate four product underwriting divisions: casualty & motor; property; marine & energy; and reinsurance & specialist.
QBE restructures European business
With immediate effect, QBE will operate four product underwriting divisions: casualty & motor; property; marine & energy; and reinsurance & specialist.
RMS: detailed damage reports following Turkish earthquake still scarce
The Unites States Geological Survey has reported a fixed focal depth of 6.2 miles (10 km) and an epicentral location close to the village of Basyurt, 340 miles (550 km) east of the Turkish capital, Ankara.
RMS: detailed damage reports following Turkish earthquake still scarce
The Unites States Geological Survey has reported a fixed focal depth of 6.2 miles (10 km) and an epicentral location close to the village of Basyurt, 340 miles (550 km) east of the Turkish capital, Ankara.
Post Europe Q&A - Vanbreda
In the second of a regular focus on European insurance companies and brokers, Post Europe talks to the management of Vanbreda, the Belgium-based broker, which is part of the EOS Risq group.
Q&A - Vanbreda
In the second of a regular focus on European insurance companies and brokers, Insurance Insight talks to the management of Vanbreda, the Belgium-based broker, which is part of the EOS Risq group.
French insurer finalises transaction after Barclays deal
After obtaining customary regulatory approvals, CNP Assurances had finalised the transaction with Rentipar Seguros SGPS for the sale of its stakes of 83.52% et 83.57% respectively in Global - Companhia de Seguros, S.A. and Global Vida - Companhia de…
French insurer finalises transaction after Barclays deal
After obtaining customary regulatory approvals, CNP Assurances had finalised the transaction with Rentipar Seguros SGPS for the sale of its stakes of 83.52% et 83.57% respectively in Global - Companhia de Seguros, S.A. and Global Vida - Companhia de…
Aviva nominates CFO for new board position
Patrick Regan joins fellow candidates Fieke van der Lecq, Professor of Pension Markets and Peter Hartman, president and CEO of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines.
Aviva nominates CFO for new board position
Patrick Regan joins fellow candidates Fieke van der Lecq, Professor of Pension Markets and Peter Hartman, president and CEO of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines.
Delta Lloyd does not forsee German sale
Delta Lloyd Germany realised €579m in life gross written premium in 2009, almost 16% of Delta Lloyd Groups' total life GWP of €3642m.
Delta Lloyd does not forsee German sale
Delta Lloyd Germany realised €579m in life gross written premium in 2009, almost 16% of Delta Lloyd Groups' total life GWP of €3642m.
Allianz: Greece no danger to the EMU
In an international comparison, Allianz continued, the EMU as a whole fares relatively well with a debt ratio of 78.2 percent of gross domestic product. Japan's debt ratio of around 190 percent is substantially higher and the USA, with 83.1 percent of…
Allianz: Greece no danger to the EMU
In an international comparison, Allianz continued, the EMU as a whole fares relatively well with a debt ratio of 78.2 percent of gross domestic product. Japan's debt ratio of around 190 percent is substantially higher and the USA, with 83.1 percent of…
Delta Lloyd sees new premiums drop
Gross written premiums amounted to € 1423m (2008: € 1378m), an increase of 3%. The segment's operational result after tax and non-controlling interests fell to €88m (2008: €112m).
Delta Lloyd sees new premiums drop
Gross written premiums amounted to € 1423m (2008: € 1378m), an increase of 3%. The segment's operational result after tax and non-controlling interests fell to €88m (2008: €112m).
Aviva UK GI book shrinks by over £1.1bn in 2009
Aviva UK's general insurance operating result fell to £520m (2008: £642m) in 2009. Its combined operating ratio remained static at 99%.
Aviva UK GI book shrinks by over £1.1bn in 2009
Aviva UK's general insurance operating result fell to £520m (2008: £642m) in 2009. Its combined operating ratio remained static at 99%.