British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba)
Industry challenged to meet 2013 deadline
By December 2013, every single UK broker and insurer will exceed a minimum threshold in terms of the number of their staff qualified to advanced diploma level. That is the vision of the Insurance Profession Task Force that has today unveiled the…
Biba warns brokers on data loss concerns
The British Insurance Brokers' Association has warned brokers after the government stepped up plans to impose heavy fines for data security breaches.
Biba welcomes NY broker commission stance
The British Insurance Brokers' Association has welcomed the decision by US insurance officials to allow three major brokers to resume accepting contingent commission, bringing legislation more in line with the UK.
Biba 2010: professionalism focus
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has confirmed its business focused seminar programme for its 2010 conference and exhibition to be held on 19-20 May. Post, Insurance Age and PB are the official media partners for the conference.
Industry united in FSA fee opposition
The insurance industry has voiced its concern over the Financial Services Authority's "value for money" after the regulator announced increases to regulatory fees for the next 12 months.
Biba: FSCS PPI levy “galling” for brokers
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has claimed that the Financial Services Compensation Scheme an interim levy of £20m to fund failures involving the sale of payment protection insurance is “galling” for insurance brokers.
Biba responds to FSA fees
The British Insurance Brokers' Association has issued a response to the Financial Services Authority's fees and levies for the next two years.
FSA proposes 10% increase in regulatory fees for 2010/11
The Financial Services Authority has announced its proposed annual funding requirement for 2010/11, with increases of 10% in regulatory fees cited as necessary to provide more “intensive” and “intrusive” supervision.
Industry welcomes exception in Equality Bill
The insurance industry has welcomed a decision to allow insurers to continue using age as a risk factor in setting premiums.
Claims firm becomes Biba associate member
Nicholas Balcombe said his firm would bring Biba members highly skilled negotiation and claims management skills.
Biba responds to new government signposting proposals
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has welcomed the new policy statement from the Government’s equality office.
Biba meets with Conservative candidates to raise influence
The British Insurance Brokers' Association's senior management team was due to meet four prospective Conservative parliamentary candidates this week.
FSA warns brokers of "intrusive" supervision
The Financial Services Authority has made the handling of client money its "number one" target in its supervision of insurance brokers in 2010, according to the British Insurance Brokers' Association.
Editor's comment: FSA: not gone yet
If the insurance broking fraternity thought that the banking crisis would lead to the Financial Services Authority giving them an easier ride over the coming months, as it channelled its energies there, then last week's 'Dear CEO' letter may have caught…
Fortis issues advice following cold snap
Fortis has urged homeowners to ensure that they are ready for the problems caused by the thaw following the recent cold weather.
Government to compensate victims of terrorism abroad
Biba welcomes commitment.
Biba appoints new board members
Brendan McManus and Ken Davidson join the British Insurance Brokers’ Association board.
Motor insurance: Pay as you go?
Motor insurers have faced a barrage of bad publicity over the costs associated with spreading premium payments over a year, rather than in one lump sum. Jakki May reports on the issues.
Biba 2010 manifesto focuses on changing political and regulatory horizons and signposting
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has launched its 2010 manifesto outlining its priority lobbying issues for the year ahead.
Biba appoints new LMRC members
Guy Holland-Bosworth and Kevin Hancock join committee
Bluefin to provide D&O scheme for Biba members
New policy to be underwritten by Ace