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RSA boss Nightingale to take up reins as DLG network director
The Direct Line Group has named former RSA boss Paul Nightingale as director of network, fulfilment and supply chain, claims, starting in July.
RSA NI bosses face leadership restructure
RSA Northern Ireland is likely to undergo a management reshuffle in the near future, Post has learnt.
Zurich campaign to abolish damages for fraudsters draws industry support
The potentially ground-breaking decision by Zurich fraud bosses to take their fight to refuse payment on the genuine element of a fraudulent third-party claim to the Supreme Court has drawn praise from industry peers.
Battle for broker schemes hots up as players bolster ranks of expertise
Specialist insurer Ecclesiastical has secured four new broker schemes, just weeks after pledging to refocus its efforts on intermediary deals, as insurers scramble to pick up lucrative broker schemes.
In series Competitive edge: Big data, big deal
Insurers welcome the availability of more information on their insureds, but the handling of so much data presents many challenges.
RSA merges Belfast and Europa General in £5m NI investment
RSA is to merge its existing Belfast and Europa General operations as part of a £5m investment in a new business model for the Northern Ireland market.
Aviva pays Accident Exchange "seven figure" settlement
Aviva has paid credit hirer Accident Exchange a "seven figure" out-of-court settlement after using "dishonest" Autofocus evidence to reduce its hire charges.
RSA chief to target 'smallish' opportunities outside the UK
RSA boss Simon Lee is eyeing growth outside the UK with the acquisition of a number of "bolt-on" businesses, while also suggesting he is not ready to launch a big money raid anytime soon.
Willis launches new online trading portal with Simply Business
Willis has teamed up with Simply Business to launch eQuote, a new e-trading comparison platform for the exclusive use of Willis Networks members in the UK.
RSA launches renewables research scheme
RSA today launched its Rethinking Risk: Renewable Energy campaign at the European Wind Energy Association conference in Copenhagen.
Regulation: The dangers of duplication as the FSA splits into two
The Financial Services Authority has mimicked the forthcoming twin peak regulation model ahead of its implementation in 2013, but will it prepare the industry for change?
Former RSA boss Haste pockets £4.6m in 2011
Ex-RSA chief executive Andy Haste was paid a £500 000 golden goodbye after eight years in the position and despite his own decision to leave, according to The Guardian.
The challenges of the solar market
Solar power is a firm part of the green movement in Europe but, with government cuts becoming increasingly common, Jakki May asks whether this renewable energy will continue to be affordable and efficient.
Industry unveils older driver initiative as Direct Line follows LV's age limit stance
The decision by LV to scrap its age limit of 86 for new car insurance customers has struck a chord with industry bodies behind the launch of a new signposting model, yet market rivals appear largely unconvinced.
Police pay out, but insurers raise questions over BI cover and riot locations
Insurers are starting to receive payments from the police for losses incurred from last summer's riots, but one has called for improvement in the Riot (Damages) Act to cover business interruption losses.
Sony warehouse fire not caused by rioters, police say
Insurers' claims for the Sony warehouse building burnt down during the riots was rejected because it was not caused by people "riotously and tumultuously assembled", the police have said.
Police reject insurers' £80m riot claim
The Metropolitan Police Authority has turned down insurers' £80m claim for the Sony Warehouse building burnt down during last summer's riots, Post has learnt.
RSA appoints new France country manager
Global insurer RSA has appointed Didier Arminjon as country manager for France.
Energy: Overcapacity causing problems as market rates stagnate
It has been a tumultuous few years for the insurance industry, and not many sectors have been affected as much as energy.
Market moves: Aviva shuffles its underwriting pack
Aviva was the major recruiter in the insurance industry this week, announcing a raft of changes to its underwriting team. The insurer promoted four staff to new positions while adding a further employee to the unit.
Aviva steps up underwriting focus with two new appointments
Aviva has recruited Hayley Robinson to the role of chief underwriting officer for personal lines, and David Dixey, previously head of liability development at Aviva, as chief underwriting officer for commercial, corporate and speciality lines.
RSA in summer time eyesight plea
RSA's UK & Western Europe chief executive, Adrian Brown, pictured, has warned of an increase in crashes after the clocks jumped forward an hour on Sunday morning. He used the change to call for better eyesight testing of drivers.
ISE 2012: Europe should prepare for the worst
European insurers should prepare for the worst but hope for the best according to Chris Smith, global Europe director for RSA.
ISE 2012: Ebusiness moves beyond selling insurance online to ‘personalised’ service
Insurers need to take ebusiness to the next level and personalise customer journeys to win business according to More than.