ESG – Page 17
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AnalysisCitizens Advice report reawakens underwriting and trust concerns for ethnic minorities
The latest findings from Citizens Advice has highlighted that bias is ‘baked’ into underwriting processes, meaning insurers ’are now on the back foot’
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AnalysisThe Big Question April 2022: How can brokers support low income families to find appropriate and affordable insurance?
Insurance Times asks industry experts how the insurance sector can better support low income families who often see insurance as a luxury
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AnalysisBriefing: What does ESG mean to you?
Taking the lead in ESG is vital for insurers and brokers
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NewsDo insurance prices differ depending on race?
Insurance Times speaks to industry experts following Citizens Advice revealing a car insurance ‘ethnicity penalty’
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NewsIndustry at digitalisation crossroads post-pandemic – Allianz’s Sirma Boshnakova
Insurance firms must build ’technology with a heart’ and maintain ‘a human touch’ to avoid ’alienating’ consumers, says insurer board member
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NewsSwiss Re debuts ‘enhanced’ oil and gas policy
The reinsurer has sent a ‘strong message’ to fossil fuel companies and governments with its new commitments
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IT InterviewBen Smyth: Insurance does not currently cater for young adults
Insurance Times speaks to startup insurtech Arma Karma on the importance of insurance not being viewed as a ‘grudge purchase’ by 18 to 35-year-olds
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NewsZurich promotes internally for new UK chief sustainability officer
The insurer’s chief data officer is also moving up the ranks
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IT InterviewMarkel UK attributes four star report rating to sustainability focus
The insurer has also sought to ensure that Covid-19 has not been ‘an excuse not to pay’ claims, says divisional director
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NewsSpecialist cycling insurer reports 8% rise in claims
Over half of payouts were for bikes or kit worth under £500
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AnalysisBriefing: Industry’s appetite proves it needs to improve its menu
Insurers’ lack of appetite for cyber and climate-related risks will see industry’s relevance nosedive in the eyes of customers
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Analysis‘Diversity is hard’ – where are broking’s senior female leaders?
In recognition of International Women’s Day, Insurance Times takes a closer look at diversity and inclusion within senior broking leadership, reviewing the current landscape and factors impacting progression
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NewsAviva launches online only car cover that commits to offset customers’ carbon emissions
The proposition has ‘a strong focus on renewability and sustainability’ says UKGI chief executive
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NewsEsure records ‘minimal’ 2021 profit ahead of focusing on digital-centric strategy
Around 80% of the insurer’s profitability is being reinvested back into developing the business
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AnalysisBrokers have a ‘key role’ following latest Scottish fire safety legislation
Five years on from the Grenfell Tower incident, and fire safety legislation is still being rolled out, the latest measure from the Scottish government, however, places brokers at the forefront of customer education
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AnalysisThe Big Question March 2022: How can brokers best plan for succession amid a buoyant M&A market?
As an abundance of M&A hits headlines, Insurance Times asks the industry how brokers can best plan for succession
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NewsRSA pledges more than £750k to support SME talent attraction in 2022
Apprentices will ‘play a crucial role in developing and creating talent pipelines’, says professional development consultant
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IT InterviewOla Jacob: ‘Flying the flag’ for diversity and inclusion equals greater innovation
While the recruitment and retention of ethnic minorities has always been an issue for the insurance sector, FloodFlash’s broker success manager hopes to demonstrate that the industry does, in fact, have a place for everyone
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NewsAxa Commercial futureproofs motor fleet offering with EV edits
EV sales increased by 76% between 2020 and 2021, according to the insurer
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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
