Regulation
Quinn urges a reopening of UK business after High Court adjournment
The Quinn Group has welcomed the adjournment of the High Court hearing today which may have put its insurance business into full administration.
Quinn Insurance administration hearing delayed
The full hearing of the Financial Regulator's action to put Quinn Insurance into full administration has been postponed.
New English fire safety rules put employee capabilities in spotlight
Marsh is recommending that organisations based in England review their health and safety procedures following the introduction of the Fire Safety (Employees’ Capabilities) (England) Regulations 2010 which came into force for England on 6 April.
Quinn Insurance administration hearing delayed
The full hearing of the Financial Regulator's action to put Quinn Insurance into full administration has been postponed.
Flood Bill gains Royal Assent
The Flood and Water Management Bill has gained Royal Assent after passing through the House of Commons and House of Lords earlier this week.
Ceiops chair outlines latest thoughts on GI proposals
In a letter to Jörgen Holmquist, director general, European Commission internal market and services directorate general, the Ceiop chair Gabriel Bernardino has submitted the last set of advice on the Solvency II level 2 implementing measures which have…
Government pledges to halve £1000bn debt by 2014
The government has pledged to reduce the national debt of more £1000bn by half within four years as part of the Fiscal Responsibility Act.
Sean Quinn admits insurer is losing "an absolute fortune" due to uncertainty
The founder of the Quinn Group has admitted his insurance company is "losing an absolute fortune" in administration, with revenue dropping by as much as 80%.
Quinn UK ban to remain after Regulator given dossier on operation
The ban on Quinn Insurance from trading in the United Kingdom is not expected to be lifted today, according to reports in the Irish media.
Ceiops chair outlines latest thoughts on GI proposals
In a letter to Jörgen Holmquist, director general, European Commission internal market and services directorate general, the Ceiop chair Gabriel Bernardino has submitted the last set of advice on the Solvency II level 2 implementing measures which have…
Report says Quinn may have failed to reserve properly for claims
The Financial Regulator may refer breaches of insurance regulations uncovered in its investigation into Quinn Insurance to the office of the Director of Corporate Enforcement and the Garda Síochána. according to reports.
Sean Quinn admits insurer is losing "an absolute fortune" due to uncertainty
The founder of the Quinn Group has admitted his insurance company is "losing an absolute fortune" in administration, with revenue dropping by as much as 80%.
Quinn UK ban to remain after Regulator given dossier on operation
The ban on Quinn Insurance from trading in the United Kingdom is not expected to be lifted today, according to reports in the Irish media.
Report says Quinn may have failed to reserve properly for claims
The Financial Regulator may refer breaches of insurance regulations uncovered in its investigation into Quinn Insurance to the office of the Director of Corporate Enforcement and the Garda Síochána. according to reports.
DAS unveils new post-MoJ ATE insurance scheme
DAS’ after the event legal insurance arm 80e has unveiled a new version of its ATE scheme incorporating provisions for the new Ministry of Justice road traffic accident personal injury claims protocol.
Scor granted licence to expand China operations
Scor obtains a composite reinsurance license in China, enabling it to add life and health reinsurance services to existing non-life activities
Video: Post launches the British Insurance Summit 2010
Anthony Gould, group editor in chief, Incisive Media's insurance division talks about the launch of Post's new flagship conference - the British Insurance Summit.
Video: Post launches the British Insurance Summit 2010
Anthony Gould, group editor in chief, Incisive Media's insurance division talks about the launch of Post's new flagship conference - the British Insurance Summit.
Myners scraps Class Action plan in rush to get Financial Services Bill through
The Government has dropped its controversial plans in the Financial Services Bill to allow class actions against financial institutions.
GI industry braces for battle with Ceiops
The Committee of European Insurance and Occupational Supervisors has been urged to lower its solvency capital requirement standard formula following the opening of the pre-application process for internal models.
RSA and Catlin confirm FSA solvency II support roles
RSA and Catlin have been named as two of the insurers which worked with the Financial Services Authority on a Solvency II pilot scheme to design the internal models and work out how they will be approved by the regulator.
RSA and Catlin confirm FSA solvency II support roles
RSA and Catlin have been named as two of the insurers which worked with the Financial Services Authority on a Solvency II pilot scheme to design the internal models and work out how they will be approved by the regulator.
Election set for 6 May
Prime Minister Gordon Brown is preparing to announce that the UK general election will be held - as widely predicted - on 6 May.