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North of the border: Liability rethink leads to meso trial
The case of Bavaird v McAlpine (2013) concerned Gordon Bavaird’s death from mesothelioma in 2008, says Catriona Stewart.
Legal Update: Mesothelioma Claims: Ministry of Justice’s mesothelioma reforms only complete half the job
Nick Pargeter says the government is failing both claimants and insurers by abandoning fixed costs.
IAG buys Wesfarmers' underwriting arms
Insurance Australia Group has bought conglomerate Wesfarmers' underwriting operations for A$1.85bn (£1bn) subject to regulatory approval.
Webinar: Hanks, Woolgrove, Moore and Jenkins discuss Aldermanbury Declaration progress
Three years on from the launch of the Aldermanbury Declaration, Post recently held a webinar to look at how the industry is going to move on and raise the professionalism bar within the UK insurance industry.
Last chance to take advantage of early bird for the 2014 Motor Claims conference
Today is the last day to take advantage of the early bird offer for Post's hugely popular annual Motor Claims conference.
Post magazine – 12 December 2013
The latest issue of Post Magazine is now available for Post subscribers. Download the latest Post iOS App Edition on the App Store or read the Post Digital Edition online.
Credit hire portal set for 2014 launch as backers put faith in motor inquiry
Committee confident Competition Commission will draw ‘right conclusions’.
Insurance Technology Conference: SSP director Waring criticises ‘naive’ insurers for lacking digital strategies
Insurers vastly overestimate their digital capabilities and risk losing customers to better-equipped competitors, according to SSP director David Waring.
Interview: Ray Vincent: A decade and counting
Celebrating 10 years since his firm was born out of the ashes of disaster, Transactor founder Ray Vincent explains why increasing headcount, the mainstream market and London managing general agents will feature in the future of the brand.
C-Suite: The spotlight keeps shining
The industry must keep doing the right thing for consumers under the glare of government, says Paul Geddes, chief executive, Direct line Group.
Russia round-up: The fall of Rossia
The long-running conflict over motor third party liability insurance between the Russian government and insurance companies initially rocked the industry boat - however, in general, the insurance market remained steady this quarter (though not without…
Russia round-up: The fall of Rossia
The long-running conflict over motor third party liability insurance between the Russian government and insurance companies initially rocked the industry boat - however, in general, the insurance market remained steady this quarter (though not without…
Post magazine – 5 December 2013
The latest issue of Post Magazine is now available for Post subscribers. Download the latest Post iOS App Edition on the App Store or read the Post Digital Edition online.
Industry split on telematics data sharing amid anti-competitiveness concerns
Telematics data expected to become ‘ubiquitous’ within the next decade.
Review of the Year: Health Insurance: Return to health
Health insurance personalities reflect on the past year and look forward to 2014, with high hopes for improving customer service and numbers as well as seeing an end to the EHIC scandal.
Expertise in Action: Broker: Sharper focus
Combining a generalist approach with specialist knowledge is essential for insurers seeking to differentiate themselves from the competition.
Post Magazine - 21 November 2013
The latest issue of Post Magazine is now available for Post subscribers. Download the latest Post iOS App Edition on the App Store or read the Post Digital Edition online.
Underwriting Service Awards 2013: Winners announced
Last night saw the fourth annual Underwriting Service Awards take place at the Royal Garden Hotel.
Markerstudy touted as saviour for Capita broking businesses
Brightside deal could still go ahead despite acquisitions.
Comment: My Licence will benefit all parties
Project aims to reduce costs for insurers, speed up underwriting and ultimately bring down motor premiums.
Almost 20% of motorists would consider telematics at next renewal
Nearly one in five motorists will consider taking out black box car insurance policies at their next renewal date as the technology goes mainstream, according to Consumer Intelligence.
Post Magazine - 14 November 2013
The latest issue of Post Magazine is now available for Post subscribers. Download the latest Post iOS App Edition on the App Store or read the Post Digital Edition online.
Scepticism remains over ‘underwriting discipline’ in Q3
Full-year results expected to take a hit from St Jude storm.
Plum Underwriting expands renovation product to ROI
Plum Underwriting has launched its Home Works product in the Republic of Ireland to protect homeowners undertaking extensive building extension projects and renovations.