Politics
Manchester Underwriting's Charles Manchester on Grenfell and PI
Manchester Underwriting CEO Charles Manchester examines the possible knock-on effects of the Grenfell Tower tragedy on the professional indemnity market.
Claims Club: Ogden rate change 'has triggered major underinsurance issue in liability cover'
The insurance industry is not doing enough to protect clients from underinsurance in liability claims as a result of the Ogden discount rate changes, the sector has been warned.
Ageas' Andy Watson's wish list for returning MPs
As goverment returns to business, Andy Watson, CEO of Ageas UK, reminds MPs that there are still three major areas of policy affecting insurance that need to be properly addressed before insurers can begin to control and then reduce customer premiums.
Lloyd’s executive slams 'unsustainable' low interest rates
Lloyd’s of London chief commercial officer, Vincent Vandendael has slammed low interest rates as "unsustainable".
Covéa's Lisa Meigh on why the apprenticeship levy is not just another tax
Many companies have written off the apprenticeship levy that came into force in April as another tax but Lisa Meigh, director of HR and Learning at Covéa Insurance, sees a pot to further future generations of insurance workers.
Beale calls for ‘urgent’ flood insurance reform
Hurricane Harvey and Irma both highlight the problem of inadequate flood insurance and need for reform in the United States, Inga Beale has said.
Connected and autonomous vehicle testing hub receives £100m government investment
A co-ordination hub for connected autonomous vehicle testing has gained £100m in financial backing from the government's Connected Autonomous Vehicle investment programme in order to develop technology.
Industry welcomes draft reform on Ogden discount rate
Insurers have welcomed government plans to alter the way the discount rate is set in future.
Legal Column: Grenfell and the burning urgency for better regulations
Fire regulations are coming under scrutiny after the Grenfell disaster, says Vikki Watt, health & safety partner at BTO.
LMA launches working party to tackle banking regulations
The Lloyd’s Market Association has launched a political risk working group to examine regulatory issues affecting banking sector.
LV's Martin Milliner on the future of vehicle technologies
Wtih the European Commission looking to mandate 19 vehicle technologies to be fitted as standard, Martin Milliner, director of claims at LV, asks how ready the public and insurers are for advanced driver assistance programmes.
Analysis: Killer cars
How is the industry reacting to emerging terror trends?
Career Development: Axa latest insurer to sign Women in Finance Charter
Axa has signed the Women in Finance Charter.
This week: Planning, predictions and packing
I am most definitely a planner. Being organised usually tops my list of attributes in appraisals and most of my life as a busy working mum is run by lists. In fact the holiday I'm just about to fly off to has been two years in the planning.
UK government releases final ILS regulations
The UK government has published regulations that will introduce a competitive regulatory and tax regime for Insurance Linked Securities.
Insurance could cut natural disaster bill for developing nations by $11bn, says RMS
New types of insurance could cut the costs of natural disasters for poorer countries and reduce the amount of humanitarian aid needed, according to a new report.
Interview: Jeremy Hyams, Claims Consortium Group
Jeremy Hyams started his business with a £500 start-up bank loan 20 years ago. Now, CEO of Claims Consortium Group, he was recently the recipient of the Queen’s Award for Innovation.
Analysis: Fighting for cover
Military personnel struggle to find motor and household insurance adapted to their circumstances. Should general insurers leave that market to specialists?
Motor premiums see biggest spike ever following Ogden
Motor premiums have seen the biggest rise “ever recorded” owing to the government’s decision to raise Insurance Premium Tax and cut the discount rate.
Biba’s Steve White on keeping abreast with politics
Lobbying is a long game, writes Steve White, chief executive of the British Insurance Brokers’ Association, explaining why his trade body is cultivating its connections with both the government and the shadow cabinet.
Blog: Telematics should be a given
Telematics insurance has become much easier and cost-effective for brokers and insurers to offer, says Selim Cavanagh, vice-president, Insurance, at Lexis Nexis Risk Solutions UK & Ireland, arguing it should now be a given.
Government to buy insurance against disasters in developing countries
Prime Minister Theresa May has announced plans to use the expertise of the City of London’s insurance market to develop insurance markets in developing countries.
Analysis: London’s global reinsurance market share falling as rivals take a bigger slice
London Matters Report highlights key areas of concern
I work in insurance: Georgina Oakes, Airmic
Oakes is research and development manager at the Association of Insurance and Risk Managers