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AnalysisChanges to the Highway Code set to cause ‘absolute chaos’ for commercial fleet drivers
Brokers will be at the forefront when it comes to educating the public about the changes, while insurers will need to watch out for fraud
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NewsBiba launches Flood Insurance Directory in response to Blanc’s Doncaster review
The ‘cross-industry and government collaboration aims to provide a simple solution to a challenge that will help those that need it most’, says trade body’s executive director
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AnalysisInsurers brace for claims as Storm Eunice batters UK
UK insurers put surge plans in place ahead of Storm Eunice hitting last week, but commentators agree that improved infrastructure resilience is the long-term answer as extreme weather events are on the up
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NewsConsumers want more communications and usage-based policies from insurance firms
The majority of consumers surveyed want to hear more about the status of their claims from insurers
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NewsStorm Eunice rips London O2 Arena’s roof off
The landmark’s roof is regularly used by the general public for scaling and abseiling
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AnalysisIs postal workers’ pet hate driving dog-related public liability claims?
Following increased pet ownership during the pandemic, pet-centric public liability claims could be on the up – commentators believe fraud in this area is unlikely, despite policyholder feedback
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AnalysisBriefing: Are medical reports the latest snag in the OIC portal process?
Are medical reports behind the noted uptick in psychological injuries being added to whiplash claims and are firms deliberately delaying issuing claimant medical reports to save costs?
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NewsSynetiq signs green parts contract with personal lines insurer
The ‘significant’ expansion of the firms’ partnership ‘underlines the importance of working together to drive cost savings and reduce emissions’, says chief executive
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NewsComparetheMarket names storms as most common weather damage claim
There is a policyholder knowledge gap about the risk of local flooding, the aggregator reports
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IT InterviewChubb UK commits to offering brokers ‘stability’ following five star personal lines recognition
Flourishing in the HNW market means creating ‘a marriage of the right wordings, expertise, service delivery’ and finding ‘coverage to support clients’, says insurer’s head of personal risk services
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The insurance industry is facing a period of unprecedented change when it comes to customer expectations, technological advances and new business models. Adam Goran, client partner at global professional services consultancy Emergn, argues that these changes bring new opportunities to deliver more value to customers quickly, while also improving operational ...
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NewsThingCo expands into Northern Ireland with new broker association deal
The agreement marks the insurtech’s first move into Northern Ireland
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NewsFloodFlash targets international expansion after $15m funding raise
The insurtech hopes to close the $58bn flood protection gap
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IT InterviewZurich plans to ‘work hard to keep ahead of competitors’ following five star report success
The insurer’s head of personal lines emphasises that Zurich has an ‘appetite to grow’ in 2022, alongside demonstrating a focus on claims and sustainability
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IT InterviewD&O and cyber liability insurance is ‘maturing’ amid hard market – JM Glendinning
New capacity in these markets could come from ‘nimble’ MGAs, however brokers must have ‘grown up’ conversations with clients to successfully manage expectations around higher premiums and reduced coverage, says broker boss
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NewsShed and outbuilding home office thefts up 43% as lockdown eases – LV=GI
November and December 2021 saw the highest numbers of burglary-related claims, reported the insurer
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AnalysisLaw Commissions’ report relieves ‘major sticking point’ in autonomous driving liability debate
The report’s recommendations provide clarity on driver accountability, but some industry commentators believe there is still more to discuss
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NewsMotor insurance premiums hit six-year low in 2021 – ABI
The average premium paid for comprehensive motor insurance in 2021 was £434, yet trade association predicts premium uptick amid insurer cost pressures
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NewsKP Snacks supply chain crunches to halt after ransomware attack
Law firm partner warns that ’even the largest of organisations can fall victim to ransomware attacks and all businesses – large or small – must remain vigilant to this threat’
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NewsInsurance DataLab names 2021's best insurer in UKGI
Commercial lines insurers were heavily impacted by the FCA’s business interruption court case
