Articles by Will Kirkman
Industry 'concerned' over FSCS levy proposals
Trade bodies are concerned over the Financial Conduct Authority’s suggestions on Financial Services Compensation Scheme funding.
FSCS levy may rise for brokers that use unrated insurers
The financial services watchdog could make brokers that deal with unrated insurers pay a higher levy to the Financial Services Compensation Scheme.
ICO welcomes Post's #ColdCallCrackdown campaign
The Information Commissioner's Office has welcomed Post's #ColdCallCrackdown campaign, stating that with Post's help more action against nuisance calls will be taken.
CMA launches formal complaint against Highways England
A claims management firm has launched a formal complaint with Highways England over the destruction of “potentially vital” CCTV evidence.
Digital Fineprint closes investment round with help from Twitter VP
Insurtech start-up Digital Fineprint has closed a $400k (£315k) seed investment round.
Building Block expands gadget cover into Irish market
Malta-based insurer Building Block has signed a distribution agreement with Frost Insurances to bring its gadget product to the Irish market.
Aviva has 'significant opportunity' to make cuts next year
Aviva may embark on a “significant” cost cutting programme next year, analysts claim.
Axa tops Brokerbility survey for seventh year running
Axa has topped Brokerbility’s bi-annual survey of insurer partner performance for the seventh year running.
Government unveils plans to tackle rise of cold calling
The government has unveiled plans to make it easier to tackle cold calling.
Crawford's We Go Look acquisition will bring 'gig economy' to claims management sector
Crawford & Company’s acquisition of online collaborative economy platform We Go Look will bring the “gig economy” model to the UK claims management sector.
Thomas Miller Specialty partners with HDI Global
Thomas Miller Specialty Offshore Marine & Energy has entered into an exclusive arrangement with HDI in the UK which will see HDI become the firm’s global insurance partner.
Brexit will not affect HDI Global's UK presence
Brexit will have no impact on HDI Global’s presence in the UK market, the company's chairman said.
Government begins review on personal injury discount rate in light of legal action
The threat of legal action from personal injury lawyers has forced a review of the discount rate for personal injury claims by the Lord Chancellor.
#ColdCallCrackdown campaign: The industry responds
Live feed of reactions from the industry to Post's #coldcallcrackdown campaign. Sign up here.
In Depth: Rise of the machines: How artificial intelligence will revolutionise insurance
The impact of artificial intelligence on underwriting, claims and fraud detection
Roundtable: How to connect with the Millennial market
Penetration into the under-30s market remains low despite new app-based products and innovative solutions. Post, in association with GMC software, hosted a roundtable to find out what more the industry can do to address this
Career File: Tulsi Naidu
Zurich appoints Naidu as CEO of UK business
Career Development: Smithers Purlow awarded Investors in People status
Smithers Purlow has been awarded platinum Investors in People status.
Insurance sector 'speaking with one voice' on Brexit
The insurance industry is speaking “with one voice” on Brexit, according to trade bodies.
My other life: Steph Johnson, Hood Group - roller derby
When she’s not product and distribution manager, Johnson spends her time on her skates
PI firm's 'ethnic penalty' motor premium findings submitted to Human Rights Commission
PI law firm Thompsons Solicitors has submitted its findings on 'ethnic penalties' in motor insurance to the Equality and Human Rights Commission.
FCA finds brokers are potentially underinsured
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In Depth: Unrated insurers: The Biba Litmus Test Report
The downfall of Enterprise and most recently Gable has again raised the thorny issue of unrated insurers.
Carole Nash enters into partnership with motorcycle auction house
Specialist motorcycle insurance broker Carole Nash has entered into a partnership with Bonhams Collectors’ Motorcycle Department.