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RSA reports premium rise of 5%
RSA has reported that net written premiums rose 5% to £1.9bn in the first quarter of 2010.
RSA reports premium rise of 5%
RSA has reported that net written premiums rose 5% to £1.9bn in the first quarter of 2010.
Claims Club News: RTA portal needs revamp
The road traffic accident portal, which went live last week, will need to be refreshed as early as the summer according to Fraser Fundell, chief executive of IDSL, the firm commissioned to manage the technology.
Claims Club News: Beware the apps backlash warns Williams
Any insurer considering introducing a claims app should be ready for a backlash warned David Williams, Axa's managing director of claims.
Editor's comment: Stop the text pests
Over the last fortnight it would appear that several people in the market, including myself, have been sent the same text message.
Fortis and RBSI hail RTA portal link-up success
Only a handful of insurers successfully took steps to link their internal IT systems to the Ministry of Justice's road traffic accident portal ahead of its roll-out, Post has learnt.
Biba 2010 Countdown: The Claims Perspective
The Biba conference is well known as a gathering place for UK insurers to court brokers. But what of those associated with claims? Post asked the bosses of a number of these firms what their hopes are for this year's event, continuing with Lee Sadowski,…
Biba 2010 Countdown: The London market view
With this year's Biba conference being held in the capital, Post thought it appropriate to ask a number of companies traditionally more associated with the London market why they are exhibiting and what they hope to get out of the event.This week we talk…
Guy Carpenter predicts slow pacific cyclone season
Risk management and reinsurance firm Guy Carpenter has predicted a that tropical cyclone activity in the Western North Pacific will be below normal levels for the remainder of the year.
RSA wins Tesco pet insurance deal
Tesco Bank has partnered with RSA to provide underwriting and claims management for Tesco pet insurance in the UK.
Marsh backs personal injury reforms
Organisations could potentially reduce their claims costs and motor fleet insurance premiums by adhering to the Road Traffic Act’s new personal injury claims process, which was introduced in England and Wales on 30 April, Marsh has said.
Insurance launched for misfuelling drivers
Complectus has developed a new ‘Misfuelling Insurance’ product with Axa Assistance to get drivers back on the road in the event they misfuel their vehicle.
Lloyds to build on HBoS ties with new long term agreement
Lloyds Banking Group has appointed Munters MCS to provide property damage restoration services for its domestic insurance customers in a long term agreement.
Over fifties insurance provider to recruit 70 for new base
Over fifties insurance provider Staysure is aiming to double its turnover in 12 months with a new base.
RSA extends rehab deal with two year agreement
RSA and The Parabis Group have signed a 2-year contract extension for the provision of the RSA Care claims management initiative.
Chubb Europe appoints European accident and health manager
Chubb Europe has appointed Steven Ord as European accident and health manager.
Law reports: Homeowner not negligent over workman's accident
Kmiecic v Isaacs (Queen's Bench Division — 12 March 2010)
Law reports: Tenant case underlines importance of evidence
Henley v Bloom (Court of Appeal — 9 March 2010)
Law reports: Tour operator bears burden in snowmobile accident case
Emma Moore v Hotelplan (T/A Inghams Travel) & Tantera (Queen's Bench Division — 22 February 2010)
View from the top: Last of the icy conditions?
It's been a hard winter for many — but particularly for insurers. Claims losses have been rising for several years and the recession isn't helping either. CIFAS, the UK fraud prevention service, says that 2009 saw a 55% increase in false insurance claims.
Interview - Ian Passmore: University challenge
Having started at Endsleigh 30 years ago as a graduate, managing director Ian Passmore knows the roots of the business. He talks to Mairi MacDonald about the future for the broker.
Claims Cub News: Apil president warns of pre-emptive Jackson adoption
Lord Justice Jackson's report was described as a "magnum opus" which will "set the agenda for the personal injury world over the next 18 months as we pass from consultation to what is termed the implementation stage".
Claims Club News: Insurers can't ignore value of Iphone apps
Companies can launch a claims app in 10 weeks for less than £20 000, according to Axa's managing director of claims, David Williams.
Claims Club News: Lyons backs 'significant' RTA claims scheme
The new road traffic accident claims process, which began on the 30 April, was described as "an incredibly significant scheme" by the new president of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers, Muiris Lyons, even though his members are not wholly in…