Wales
CII appoints Helen Phillips as first independent board chair
The Chartered Insurance Institute has made Helen Phillips its first independent chair as it splits the role of leading the board from that of the president.
Admiral CEO and co-founder David Stevens to step down
David Stevens, group CEO and co-founder of Admiral, will leave the role and board in 12 months’ time, the insurer has confirmed.
Admiral gains centre of excellence in wellbeing status
Admiral has been named a centre of excellence in wellbeing by the Great Place to Work Institute.
Amanda Blanc adds rugby to insurance portfolio
Ex-Zurich and Axa boss Amanda Blanc has been appointed as independent chair of Welsh rugby’s Professional Rugby Board.
FCA sets March deadline for CMC permissions
The Financial Conduct Authority has invited claims management to register for temporary permission to continue operating once the sector enters the financial regulator’s remit later this year.
Claims II: Sport injury: Hitting hard
As professional sportspeople complain about their insufficient cover for career-ending injuries, insurers fear a surge in claims from contact sports
Analysis: Sport injury: Hitting hard
As professional sportspeople complain about their insufficient cover for career-ending injuries, insurers fear a surge in claims from contact sports
Preview of 2018: A sneak peek at the coming year
The promised whiplash and discount rate reforms, as well as the UK’s exit from the European Union, are expected to shape the coming year for the industry. Insurers, brokers, loss adjusters and lawyers are wary of political uncertainties and the trends in…
Home premiums on the up as repair costs and fraud escalates
Home insurance premiums are soaring as rising inflation increases the cost of claims while fraud escalates, according to research findings.
Admiral receives government grant to expand business
Admiral received £668,500 from the Welsh government in order to create close to 200 jobs in Cardiff.
Moorhouse appoints Asif John as group director of pricing
Moorhouse Group, which consists of online brokers Construct a Quote, Black & White and Xbroker, has hired Asif John as group director of pricing, actuarial and analytics.
Storm Thomas loss estimated at €213m
Perils has made an initial loss estimate for February’s Storm Thomas of €213m (£182m).
County Group acquires Wrexham Insurance Services
County Group has acquired Wrexham Insurance Services.
Euro 2016: Wales v Slovakia automotive match-up - Final score 4:4
Wales is meeting Slovakia in the group stage of the Euro 2016. But how do both countries compare in terms of automotive industry performances and trading risks?
ABI adds new role to focus on devolved nations
The Association of British Insurers has created a new role to specialise in policy for Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Broking jobs to stay in Wales with government investment
Government backing for Welsh-based commercial broker Moorhouse Group will see almost 90 jobs created in the country, with the company previously considering outsourcing to South Africa.
UK braces for Storm Barney's 45mph winds
More than a third of the UK is expected to experience gusts stronger than 45mph this week as Storm Barney batters the Midlands and Wales.
L&G renews GI partnership with Principality Building Society
Legal & General has extended its existing partnership with Principality Building Society to continue selling its general insurance products through Wales' largest building society.
ERS promotes Willis to operations director
Motor insurer ERS has promoted head of personal injury claims Donna Willis to the newly created role of operations director.
The County Group acquires Brady & Jones
The County Group has acquired Welsh broker Brady & Jones for an undisclosed amount.
L&G to create up to 400 jobs in Cardiff, claims report
Legal & General is expected to create up to 400 jobs at its Cardiff operation over the next two years.
ABI welcomes Supreme Court rebuff of Welsh asbestos plans
The Association of British Insurers has welcomed a Supreme Court Judgement denying the Welsh Assembly the right to bill insurers for the treatment costs of patients with asbestos-related illnesses.
Admiral seeks more than 250 new recruits
Admiral is recruiting for more than 250 jobs across its contact centres, IT department and law firms.
Welsh MGA and broker first to go live with My Licence
North Wales-based Staveley Head is the first managing general agent and broker to use the My Licence scheme.