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Unruly waters
The Gulf of Aden has been plagued by pirate activity, with more than 240 attacks in 2009. But Andrew Moulton reveals how cargo providers and insurers are fighting back in a bid to reclaim the seas.
Crisis kickback
The continued credit crisis has set in motion a raft of alterations to accounting standards. John O'Neill outlines these changes and their impact.
Under strain
Rising complaints about the solicitors' indemnity scheme have prompted calls for change. Hugh Price and Roger Flaxman explain why varying the renewal date alone will not solve the problem.
IIB and Biba plan united front if Tories win
Talks over how to present a united front to a new government if the Conservatives seize power next year have begun between the Institute of Insurance Brokers and British Insurance Brokers' Association.
Towergate deputy CEO hire raises speculation
Amanda Blanc has emerged as a likely successor to Towergate Partnership chief executive Andy Homer after being appointed as his deputy.
Onwards to 2010
The insurance industry has called on the Chancellor to reconsider a decision to apply insurance premium tax to fees on personal lines insurance sold through intermediaries.
Industry cries foul over IPT decision
The insurance industry has called on the Chancellor to reconsider a decision to apply insurance premium tax to fees on personal lines insurance sold through intermediaries.
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Towergate pair fired during gardening leave over "regulatory discrepancies"
Towergate has dismissed two former employees in the final days of their gardening leave, after the broker claimed to have uncovered "regulatory discrepancies" in their business operations as part of an internal audit.
Pick of the week
EMB founder plots return; Towergate pair fired; IPT outcry; and Aviva in 2010 broker push.
Towergate to focus on medical risk
Risk assessment system to be implemented across travel insurance sales process
Jewellery market set for “high profile” 2010 losses
Marsh warns retail jewellers to review risk management and security practices