Wales
JLT named broker for Swansea Tidal Lagoon
JLT has been named as the broker for the Tidal Lagoon Swansea Bay, the world’s first man-made energy generating lagoon.
FCA blocks Cardiff broker
The Financial Conduct Authority has cancelled permissions for a Cardiff-based insurance broker over concerns around filing of returns.
Welsh government help fund expansion of broker Penn Insure
Penn Insure has become the latest insurance company to benefit from financial backing by the Welsh government after the Pontypool-based firm unveiled plans to move to larger premises and create 17 new jobs.
Investment of £165m reduces flood risk for 6700 Welsh properties
Multimillion pound investment in resources to reduce the flood risk to thousands of homes in Wales since November 2011 has led to a reduced risk for approximately 6700 properties.
Gallagher plots Welsh jobs following first instalment of £1.13m government grant
Arthur J Gallagher has received the first instalment of a £1.13m grant from the Welsh Government to be put towards establishing a centre of excellence in Wales and creating jobs for local people.
Swinton acquires books of business from Welsh broker
Swinton has acquired the commercial and personal lines books of Welsh broker EW Southall Insurance and Estate Agents.
Tougher jail sentences needed to protect heritage, says Ecclesiastical
The innate vulnerability of many of the Britain’s heritage buildings makes the threat of tough prison sentences vital to combat heritage crime, heritage specialist Ecclesiastical has told the government.
Thomas Group's Moore awarded MBE in Queen's Birthday Honours
John Moore, chairman of Thomas Group, has been awarded an MBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours for services to the financial sector and charitable services to Ty Hafan Children's Hospice in Wales.
Thomas Carroll recruits former cricketer to sales team
Welsh broker Thomas Carroll has recruited former Glamorgan and Kent cricketer Mike Powell to its new sales development team.
100mph winds forecast for North west England and Wales
The Met Office has issued its highest level warning for the first time this winter in response to forecasts of extremely strong winds in Wales and North west England.
Swinton in Welsh language consultation
Swinton is to consult with the Welsh Language Commissioner following reports it requires staff to consult with customers in English.
Swinton Commercial acquires Welsh intermediary's GI book
Swinton Commercial has acquired the general insurance book of Welsh intermediary Anderson Insurance Services.
Thomas Carroll opens new Swansea office
Welsh broker Thomas Carroll has acquired a new headquarters building in Swansea.
Welsh asbestos bill passed
The Welsh Assembly has passed a bill allowing for the Welsh NHS to recover costs from the insurers of employers whose employees were exposed to asbestos.
Insurers braced for aftermath of St Jude storm
Insurers are assessing the damage this morning after strong winds battered England and Wales throughout Sunday night and Monday morning.
86 charged in welsh ‘crash for cash’ investigation
An operation by Gwent Police in Wales has resulted 86 people being charged with offences such as conspiracy to defraud, conspiracy to steal motor vehicles and conspiracy to money launder.
Bluefin hires client services director from Jelf
Andy Purnell has been hired by Bluefin Insurance as a client services director in its Bristol office.
Admiral apologises over Welsh language complaint
Admiral Insurance has apologised to a Welsh-speaking customer who was told every conversation had to be recorded in English to satisfy regulators, the BBC reported.
Giles creates 117 jobs in Llantrisant
Giles Insurance Brokers is set to create 117 jobs in Wales, over the next three years in a major expansion project at its Llatrisant base.
DAC Beachcroft acquires PI team in Newport
DAC Beachcroft has acquired a professional indemnity team in south Wales, led by partner Clare Hughes-Williams.
Asbestos: Unclear Future
From differences in compensation eligibility across the UK to legal battles over mesothelioma liability, asbestos-related illnesses are presenting insurers with a range of challenges.
ABI slammed for using failed argument to derail Welsh asbestos Bill
The Association of British Insurers has been criticised for fighting a proposed asbestos recovery costs Bill in Wales with a failed argument already overturned in Scotland.
Cunningham Lindsey puts restoration companies on standby in St Asaph
Cunningham Lindsey this week dispatched property adjusters and surveyors to the flooded Welsh city of St Asaph this week.
Flood zones could see premiums rise 50%
PWC has warned that insurance premiums for flood cover could rise by as much as 50% depending on the severity of damage.