Risk Management
Cyber regulation: Cyber’s new rules
The tightening of data regulation next year could drive demand for cyber cover and, with the reporting of breaches becoming compulsory, it may help underwriters price this new risk ever more accurately
Blog: Mishcon ruling won't set solicitors' PI premiums rising
In the often challenging world of solicitors' professional indemnity insurance, the conveyancing field has long held a high-risk reputation due to its propensity for claims generation. Now a new lawsuit has hit the headlines, with the controversial…
Legal Update: Driverless car policies don't preclude product liability
As automated vehicles take to the roads, the government is likely to focus on one motor insurer as the first port of call for any third-party claim to simplify the claims process. However, that will not preclude other proceedings based on product…
Markel's Moi on the dangers of 'miscellaneous' Asian professionals
What do wedding planners, property managers, and skin beauticians all have in common? They are considered as 'miscellaneous professionals' in the eyes of the insurance industry.
Blog: The three pillars of cyber cover
Recent reports that copies of footballer David Beckham's personal emails had been stolen from his publicist illustrate the speed information can spread once personal or sensitive information is placed in the public domain.
RSA appoints Gearey as CRS MD
RSA has appointed James Gearey has managing director for Commercial Risk Solutions.
Riding into the danger zone
The nature of their work means journalists and aid workers are often running into danger zones while others are looking to get out. Both professions have significant need for insurance but have sometimes struggled to obtain the cover they need at a price…
Lloyd’s and Arium develop long-tail liability model
Lloyd’s has teamed up with modelling company Arium to enable insurers to better model long-tail liability exposure.
Pool Re: The changing face of terrorism
The number of terrorist incidents on UK soil has dropped since Pool Re was set up, with Irish republican paramilitary attacks giving way to less frequent strikes by radical Islamic terrorists, however, the threat to the country remains as severe
Blog: Is your data breach response plan good enough?
Many savvy organisations are investing time and thought into data breach response plans.
Clear Insurance Management acquires MPW Insurance Brokers
Clear Insurance Management has acquired Kent-based MPW Insurance Brokers, its largest acquisition to date.
Aviation Claims: Winging it
Despite a number of air accidents over the past few years, safety when flying has improved dramatically. However, overcapacity and a lack of profitability could be affecting the market
Airmic's John Hurrell on why insurers should assess risk culture
It is a well-established practice for underwriters to take into account risk management performance when assessing the risk profile of a business.
RSA's Thomas on how partners can serve your customers better than branches
The future of overseas trading for UK businesses is somewhat clouded by the uncertainty of a post-Brexit world. But what's clear is that it is not just the giants of UK industry that have to grapple with how to work within new rules and channels for…
Blog: Pokémon no go - the rules of the game for construction professionals
How can an app where players catch animated characters affect the insurance industry?
Risk managers and business leaders must be 'cyber savvy'
The UK’s business leaders and risk managers need to be ahead of the curve when it comes to cyber risk, said Julia Graham, technical director at the Association of Insurance and Risk Managers.
Post February 2017: Power, assistance and accolades
The 2017 Post Power List is revealed in the February issue.
Here are the most successful insurers, brokers and adjusters in BIA history
To celebrate the 20th edition of the British Insurance Awards, three years ago, I sat down and went through all the previous events to find out who had been the most successful company in its history.
Insurance United Against Dementia calls on industry to help raise £10m for research institute
Campaign aims to unite the sector against the biggest cause of death in UK
Airmic CEO John Hurrell to step down
John Hurrell is to step down after nine years as CEO of the Association of Insurance and Risk Managers, the association that represents UK risk managers and insurance buyers.
Blog: Brexit could have heavy impact on construction
Seven months on from the UK's decision to leave the European Union, uncertainty and speculation about the implications continue to face UK businesses.
UK boss Alan Moore hails Generali as a 'viable alternative' to corporate insurance establishment
Generali is "a sleeping giant" in terms of corporate multinational business and could position itself as a real competitor to the likes of AIG, Allianz and Zurich, says its UK head.
QBE's Richard Pryce on why insurers must innovate for customers and staff
The insurance industry has always been closely connected to the broader economy, but our fortunes are now even more closely tied to macro-economic developments.
IIS to reward universities which connect students to insurance
The International Insurance Society has designed a certification system for recognising universities that provide risk management and insurance education.