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A sting in the Bill's tail

The government this week slipped a controversial structured settlement clause into the Courts Bill, which, says Lord Hunt has a major sting in the tail for insurers.

You shall go to the ball

Soaring liability premiums have meant that many events this year — most notably firework displays — have had to be cancelled. However, there are still insurers out there prepared to offer cover for certain risks at a reasonable rate, says David Fanning.

Beyond belief

Though they were traditionally arrest-free zones, places of worship are not immune from crime. Theft and vandalism, in particular, are posing increasing problems for all denominations. Edward Murray explains.

Polishing up the Irish market

Ireland had, for some, lost its shine, but recent initiatives by the Irish government to drive down claims costs have buffed up the country's insurance sector — in particular, the liability market — and restored its attraction for UK insurers. Richard…

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