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Robert Fletcher elected CII president
Robert Fletcher has been elected the 119th president of The Chartered Insurance Institute at its annual general meeting in London today, 22 July.
Aviva claims boss Lovely accuses rivals of 'feeding the beast'
Aviva’s global claims director David Lovely has criticised market rivals for not putting their money where their mouth is in the fight against fraud and accused some of “feeding the beast” by establishing alternative business structures.
FCA boss Wheatley to step down in September
Martin Wheatley will step down as CEO of the Financial Conduct Authority from 12 September, with executive board member Tracey McDermott leading the regulator for an interim period while a search for a long-term successor is carried out.
Footballer's fundamentally dishonest whiplash case tossed out
A semi-professional footballer's claim for whiplash has been thrown out of court for being fundamentally dishonest.
HCML vows to ensure long-term care for Alton Towers crash victims
Rehabilitation provider HCML is preparing to work alongside the NHS to ensure those injured in the Alton Towers rollercoaster crash last month can return home to a “supported environment”.
Career development: Aviva refreshes online training site
Aviva has launched its newly refreshed Aviva Development Zone to help insurance brokers maintain and evidence their continuous professional development training.
Ex-Axa boss Maso joins Covéa as advisor to CEO Derez
Former Axa UK CEO Philippe Maso has joined Covéa as advisor to group chairman and CEO Thierry Derez.
British Insurance Awards 2015: The winners
AIG, LV and Wilby were among the big winners at the British Insurance Awards – collecting two gongs apiece.
Aviva church insurance start-up brand Trinitas facing tough baptism
The chances of Aviva successfully challenging established players in the church insurance market have been questioned following its decision to launch a joint venture with Stackhouse Poland targeting Church of England parishes.
Aviva tipped to replace Axa Assistance as Homeserve underwriting partner
Homeserve is set to appoint Aviva as its underwriting partner in a move that will bring the home emergency services company's eight year relationship with Axa Assistance to an end, Post understands.
Insurers advised to prioritise Flood Re access as April inception looms
Insurers run the risk of losing out to faster-moving rivals if they do not prioritise being able to access the Flood Re scheme ahead of its April 2016 inception.
C-Suite - Insurer: Keeping everyone smiling
Innovation is key to giving the customers what they need, while also keeping regulators happy.
Ecclesiastical underlines credentials as Aviva launches church insurance joint venture
Faith insurer Ecclesiastical has reiterated its position as the “first choice for the Anglican community” following the launch of a joint venture between Aviva and Stackhouse Poland targeting Church of England parishes.
Data Leaks: Plugging the leaks
With a new EU directive concerning data security expected later this year, insurers must make sure they exceed industry standards.
Insurers sticking by Autoglass in wake of consumer criticism
Insurers that maintain commercial partnerships with Autoglass have vowed to work alongside the embattled windscreen repairer to address criticism of the firm’s service levels following its decision to scrap its branch network.
Europe: Cyber security
With hacking and phishing scams on the increase, businesses would be expected to include cyber insurance in their arsenal of measures designed to protect them and their customers in the event of breaches.
FWD’s Gaughan, Ingenie, LV and Aviva among winners at first Insurance Marketing and PR Awards
FWD founder Michael Gaughan was crowned the winner of the achievement award at the inaugural Insurance Marketing & PR Awards this afternoon.
Heather Wheeler succeeds Evans as chair of APPG on insurance & financial service
Heather Wheeler, the MP for Derbyshire South and a former Lloyd’s broker, has been elected the new chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Insurance and Financial Services.
Lure of Liechtenstein questioned as reports of insurer interest surface
The Liechtenstein financial regulator has flagged an uptick in insurance companies looking to establish a presence in the principality despite analyst scepticism about the benefit of the territory as an outpost for UK insurers.
Interview: Huw Evans: Climbing the ladder
Four months after his appointment as Association of British Insurers director general, Huw Evans tells Post his plans for the trade body and how he intends to make being a member worthwhile.
Aviva to close three Manchester sites after Friends Life acquisition
A "large majority" of Aviva's 780 strong Greater Manchester workforce are set to be made redundant following the completion of the Friends Life acquisition.
Aviva finds fraudulent claims totalled £95m in 2014
Aviva has detected more than 14,000 fraudulent claims, totalling £95m, over the course of 2014.
Analysis: Asia's high growth markets
Insurers see high growth potential in several large countries across Asia but caution is needed. Nicky Burridge explains.