Opinion
Fraud Focus: Pros and cons of fraud law revamp
One of the central pillars of the law relating to fraudulent insurance claims is being given a much overdue makeover. The Insurance Bill is largely good news for insurers, but there will be some areas where protection is reduced.
C-Suite: Indonesia's President to drive reforms
Euler Hermes' ASEAN CEO on how the election of President Joko Widodo could prove a boon for the Indonesian economy.
Editor's comment: Restore trust before it’s too late
Trust is an important part of any relationship, be it with a life partner, a friend, a shop or a service provider.
C-Suite Broker: Talent can be found in all areas
Insurance remains one of the most resilient sectors during financial crises, managing to grow while other industries face job cuts and declining profits.
C-Suite Insurer: Bridging the risk management gap
Better sharing of information and expertise between risk managers and business leaders will benefit all
Editor's comment: A bitter pill to swallow
While some things are well worth waiting for, others – as the Competition and Markets Authority’s final report into the private motor market demonstrated this week – really are not.
Trade Voice: Recommendations on the Riot Act
Following the riots in 2011 there was considerable discussion in the media and with government ministers about the response of insurers, the performance of the claims industry and indeed the relevance and application of the Riot Damages Act.
C-Suite - Insurer: The value of investments
Unpredictable returns must be a driver for increased motor prices
Editor's comment: A taxing sting in the tail
As Benjamin Franklin said, only two things in life are certain: death and taxes. But the latest tax decision to come from the European Court of Justice has a particularly nasty sting in the tail for the UK insurance industry.
C-Suite – Broker: The journey to digital
When we’re busy dealing with the cut and thrust of day-to-day commercial broking, firmly focused on renewals and new business, it’s difficult to find the time to really think about what our jobs will look like in 10 years time.
C-Suite – Insurer: Still scope to improve
The pressure is on for insurers to innovate and adapt to provide a relevant service to customers
Comment: Spontaneously combusting hay bales
The summer harvest period is a busy time of year for farmers – and consequently a busy time for the agriculture segment of the commerical lines market. Peter Thompson, divisional director at McLarens company Agrical, explains some of typical challenges…
C-Suite – Broker: Finding our digital feet
It always surprises me that in this modern age of tablets, smartphones and instant data, the full force and considerable benefits of the technological age still hasn’t hit Lloyd’s of London.
C-Suite – Insurer: How to build a career
Supporting the development of professional skills is crucial to the long-term health of the industry
Editor's comment: Pitching to the politicians
Later this month the major political parties will hold their final conferences before the 2015 general election — providing a critical opportunity for the insurance industry to influence policy making and politics before manifestos are locked down.
Comment: Audit scope: New scope for coverholder audits
New requirements will need to be met after changes to coverholder audits were announced at the Lloyd’s Coverholder Auditors conference. Alec MacMillan, senior auditor at Triton Audit, explains what changes are in store for the sector
Editor's comment: We must value our talented women
If there is one sector lower down the public affection pecking order than insurers, it’s payday lenders.
North of the border: A shift in Scottish solicitor regulation
The Law Society of Scotland has launched two consultations on significant changes to the regulation of solicitors in Scotland.
Fraud Focus: Displacement better than cure?
This month saw further proposed changes announced as part of the ongoing reforms of the processes under which whiplash claims are handled.
Legal Update - Heading down a slippery slope
James Harvey explains how insurers could face additional burdens if other UK courts follow Scotland’s lead when it comes to apportioning liability for trips and falls on public highways
C-Suite MGA: Playing the generation game
The other Friday I took a crowd of Dual employees to the pub for summer drinks in the evening sunshine.
C-Suite Insurer: Quality over quantity
The insurance industry must renew its focus on the content and quality of risk submissions
Editor's comment: Decision time for Scotland
There are just two weeks to go until Scotland makes a huge decision. Does it remain part of the UK and benefit from the security and opportunity the ‘Better Together’ campaign claims it gains, or does it forge its own path and break free with…
C-Suite - Broker: Brokers mustn’t be shortsighted
At the heart of being a community broker is the need to serve owner‑managed SME clients that represent the bedrock of the economy.