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RSA highlights public support against uninsured drivers
Research from Royal & SunAlliance claims that around three quarters of the public are worried about the number of uninsured drivers on the road.
RMI warns car dealers against the 'appointed rep' route
The new insurance regulations coming into force next year are being used by some vehicle manufacturers as a way to increase control over motor retailers, warns the Retail Motor Industry Federation (RMI).
Moody’s cautious about Centre Group
Rating agency Moody's has announced that it has placed the A3 (good) insurance financial strength ratings of operating members of the Centre Group on review for a possible downgrade.
Chaucer appoints Daniele
Chaucer Holdings has announced the appointment of Christian Daniele as managing director of Chaucer Underwriting, its Europe Division, based in Copenhagen.
Quincy creditors receive pay promise
Creditors from US underwriter Quincy Mutual Fire Insurance will be paid by the end of the year under a formal scheme drawn up by insolvency firm Begbies Traynor.
Kwik Fit owner acquires the AA
Private equity firms CVC Capital Partners and Permira have announced the acquisition of motoring organisation AA from Centrica plc for £1.75bn.
Kwik-Fit owner in AA bid
The owner of one of AA Insurance's main broking rivals has emerged as one of the front runners to bu...
Bric slams insurers over CSR
The Body Repair Industry Campaign has launched a scathing criticism against insurance companies for ...
Unregulated travel tops complaints
The Financial Ombudsman Service has reported a 33% increase in travel insurance complaints and a 19%...
Specialist claims firm venture plots growth
The Loss Management Group has set up a specialist art and antiques unit in response to what it perce...
ABI renews pressure over flood spending
The Association of British Insurers has stepped up its lobbying in an effort to convince the Treasur...
Appointment at Alarm
The Association of Local Authority Risk Managers has made Simon Wills chief executive. He joins the ...
RS Group buys into Lloyd's broker
Toronto-based broker the RS Group has acquired 49% of the issued share capital of Lloyd's broker Das...
Signing party must have clear authority
Hurst Stores and Interiors v ML Europe Property (Court of Appeal - 1 April 2004)
Marsh creates SME think-tank
The battle for the regional middle-market commercial broking business intensified this week, with Ma...
Fat: more than a feminist issue
Life Insurance: Obesity
Insurers launch car security awards to help cut crime
The British Crime Survey, which the Home Office believes to be the most authoritative indicator, has shown that car crime has plummeted 23% since 1999.
Moody’s predicts strong growth for China market
China's insurance sector, both in life and property and casualty (P&C) industries, is set for strong growth, according to two new reports from Moody's Investors Service.
New BlueSky directors map out new course for business
The aerial photography company BlueSky has appointed three directors following a management buyout from Getmapping.
XL Capital announces increased capacity
XL Capital has announced that its insurance operations will provide commercial property insurance capacity of up to $500m, allowing it to underwrite entire global property programs on a selective basis.
Homeowners under insured for possessions left outside, says new report
Many homeowners may be inadequately insured for possessions which are left outside, according to a new report, Home Insurance in the UK, published by Defaqto.
Hiscox targets new PI market
Hiscox Insurance has launched a new professional indemnity policy, specifically designed for the newly regulated market of secondary intermediaries.
Alea apoints new CEO
Alea has promoted Mark Ricciardelli from group president and chief operating officer to group president and chief executive officer with immediate effect. Mr Ricciardelli has also been appointed an executive director of Alea.
Dispute cover for antiques launched
Legal costs insurance provider, Arc Legal Assistance, has launched a specialist commercial legal costs insurance package for international brokers, Besso, which includes cover for disputes with Trading Standards over alleged misrepresentation of the…