Regulation
‘Modest’ changes in final spec for QIS5
The final specification for the fifth quantitative impact study for Solvency II has been released with “modest” changes for general insurance.
Underwriting - Delegated authority: Two-way communication
Jon Francis examines the issues for brokers using a delegated underwriting authority model, as scrutiny of its use increases.
Property - timber frames: Fanning the flames
With the UKTFA introducing the Site Safe initiative for timber-framed buildings, Amy Ellis reports on the progress made in this highly flammable area.
Post Magazine – 8 July 2010
Subscribers to Post can now read the latest edition online as a digital e-book.
ABI: Directive should not be used to force insurers to hold excessive capital
The Association of British Insurers comments on the launch of QIS5.
Ariel Re admitted as reinsurer in Brazil
The (re)insurer has also opened a representative office in Rio de Janeiro after its approval as an admitted reinsurer by regulator SUSEP
Post in print – 8 July 2010
Post deputy editor Lynn Rouse summarises the major news headlines from tomorrow’s issue of Post.
Post in print – 8 July 2010
Post deputy editor Lynn Rouse summarises the major news headlines from tomorrow’s issue of Post.
Commission has listened to industry concerns
Tamsin Abbey, life insurance partner at Deloitte comments on the final QIS5 specification released by the European Commission yesterday.
Commission has listened to industry concerns
Tamsin Abbey, life insurance partner at Deloitte comments on the final QIS5 specification released by the European Commission yesterday.
AM Best positive over Ecclesiastical arm
AM Best has placed under review with positive implications the financial strength rating of A- (Excellent) and issuer credit rating of “a-” of Ansvar Insurance.
Career Development & CSR news: Insurance employees top stress league
Insurance workers are more stressed out than any other profession, a new poll has claimed.
Career development & CSR news: Solvency II demands see risk pay scales increase
Pay scales are being pushed up for risk professionals in the insurance industry as a result of Solvency II, according to search firm Kinsey Allen International.
Claims - Real estate: Estate of play
With real estate investment going global, Graham Smart examines the insurance industry's approach to protecting the assets involved.
M&A - Insurance business transfers: Back in fashion?
With a number of restructurings set to happen, Bruno Geiringer asks whether insurance business transfers could be ready for a resurgence.
The European insurance sector in focus
Post Europe is the latest initiative from the team behind the UK's market-leading general insurance weekly Post.
MP urges Europe to be committed to Solvency II
Jonathan Evans MP has urged other European countries to match the efforts of the UK in its preparations for Solvency II.
Chartis: regulation deciding factor for London hub choice
The strength of the UK's financial regulation was a deciding factor in London being selected over other major European cities as the hub for Chartis' new regional headquarters.
Chartis confirms London will be base for restructured European operation
Chartis today announced its new structure for the European Economic Area countries and Switzerland.
Chartis confirms London will be base for restructured European operation
Chartis today announced its new structure for the European Economic Area countries and Switzerland.
Japanese regulator to abolish asset allocation rules
Japan's Financial Services Agency plans to eliminate investment rules restricting asset allocations at life and non-life (re)insurers, according to newswire Reuters.
IFB appoints head of analytics
The Insurance Fraud Bureau has announced the appointment of Kevin Reid as head of analytics with effect from 28 June.
London market focused on M&A
Expansion, growth and mergers are highest on a list of issues of most concern to London market brokers and carriers, according to a recent survey.
FSA MD Norris steps down
Mark Norris, chief operating officer and managing director of the Financial Services Authority, has decided to leave the organisation to "seek fresh challenges and opportunities".