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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Motor Claims 2011 – Roundtable: Communication over crash claims
As motor insurers seek to reduce claims costs, Post gathered a group of industry experts together to debate whether a law change would help. Jonathan Swift reports.
Igo4 seals investment deal to push aggressive growth
Personal lines broker Igo4 has sealed a “significant” deal with an insurance investment specialist, which it claims will facilitate the next phase of its development, including launching its own contact centre.
Zurich European CEO appointed to the group board
Zurich has announced the appointment of Patrick Manley to its group management board.
Zurich European CEO appointed to the group board
Zurich has announced the appointment of Patrick Manley to its group management board.
Hiscox puts UK winter freeze bill at £16m, but on track for healthy profit
Hiscox today reported that although 2010 was marked by many significant and expensive catastrophes, most of these occurred in areas where it had deliberately reduced exposure due to weak rates.
Hiscox puts UK winter freeze bill at £16m, but on track for healthy profit
Hiscox today reported that although 2010 was marked by many significant and expensive catastrophes, most of these occurred in areas where it had deliberately reduced exposure due to weak rates.
Fitch predicts non-life improvement as it affirms Allianz's 'AA-' rating
Fitch Ratings has affirmed Germany-based Allianz SE's insurer financial strength rating and long-term issuer default rating (IDR) at 'AA-'.
Fitch predicts non-life improvement as it affirms Allianz's 'AA-' rating
Fitch Ratings has affirmed Germany-based Allianz SE's insurer financial strength rating and long-term issuer default rating (IDR) at 'AA-'.
ONS cites snow and construction decline for 0.5% drop in Q4 GDP
The UK's Gross Domestic Product decreased by 0.5 per cent in the fourth quarter of 2010, compared with an increase of 0.7 per cent in the previous quarter.
Guernsey rejects idea of equivalence under Solvency II
The authorities in Guernsey have no plans to seek equivalence under Solvency II, according to the Guernsey Financial Services Commission and the States of Guernsey Commerce and Employment Department.
Guernsey rejects idea of equivalence under Solvency II
The authorities in Guernsey have no plans to seek equivalence under Solvency II, according to the Guernsey Financial Services Commission and the States of Guernsey Commerce and Employment Department.
Lloyds insurance boss quits after 12 months for Friends role
Lloyds Banking Group's CEO of general insurance Andy Briggs is to leave to become CEO of Friends Provident.
JLT launches South African arm with the aim of being 'market leader'
Jardine Lloyd Thompson has unveiled plans to set up a new South African company.
David Beckham's insurance woes continue
David Beckham's chances of agreeing a loan deal at Tottenham are fading fast due to an ongoing insurance dispute, The Guardian has reported.
Abbey Legal: 2010 results in line with expectations
Abbey Protection, the specialist supplier of legal and professional fees insurance and services today said that its results for the year ended 31 December 2010 are in line with market expectations.
Analysts postive on Aviva and RSA following market updates
Analyst Jeffries has issued two positive notes on insurers Aviva and RSA this morning in the wake of the announcements made yesterday.
Analysts postive on Aviva and RSA following market updates
Analyst Jeffries has issued two positive notes on insurers Aviva and RSA this morning in the wake of the announcements made yesterday.
Perkins Slade teams up with Biba for new credit scheme
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has appointed Perkins Slade as a scheme provider for credit management products and services.
Aviva unveils £700m debt reduction plan to the market
Aviva this morning unveiled a plan to reduce hybrid debt by at least £700m over the next three years.
Former HBOS insurance CEO Posner take up new exec role
Former Halifax Bank of Scotland General Insurance chief executive Howard Posner has taken up the newly-created position of chairman at claims management firm LAS.
Start up MGA Aspen Risk Management signs up second underwriter
Managing general agent Aspen Risk Management has unveiled its second underwriting partner.
Lord Sugar and Aon's Case line up for Biba 2011
The keynote speakers for this year’s British Insurance Brokers' Association conference have been confirmed as Greg Case, president and CEO of Aon Corporation, explorer Ed Stafford who was the first man to walk the length of the Amazon and businessman and…
RSA expects 2010 profit to be at least £600m despite 2.4pt COR weather hit
RSA expects to show net written premium growth of 11% to £7.46bn, a COR of between 96.5% and 97.0% and an operating profit of between £600m and £630m in its 2010 full year results.
RSA expects 2010 profit to be at least £600m despite 2.4pt COR weather hit
RSA expects to show net written premium growth of 11% to £7.46bn, a COR of between 96.5% and 97.0% and an operating profit of between £600m and £630m in its 2010 full year results.