ESG – Page 24
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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
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NewsBeazley targets cyber book growth in 2022 following increased customer demand
Chief executive also celebrates insurer’s ‘largest profits in history’ following Covid-dented 2020
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NewsAviva strengthens net zero commitments with renewable energy insurance portfolio growth
The insurer aims to be a top three renewable energy insurer in the London market
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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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NewsCampaigners call out insurers investing $7.9bn in North Sea oil and gas companies
Removing support for oil and gas production ‘needs to accelerate beyond the current baby steps’, says climate campaigner
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AnalysisBriefing: Is a four-day working week the ‘pinnacle of work-life balance’ for insurance sector?
Does the insurance industry have an appetite to try a four-day working week, or will this simply exacerbate some of the difficulties already experienced as a result of homeworking?
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NewsLaka raises $12m to build e-mobility insurtech in Europe
The insurtech plans to expand its product offering and double its remote-first workforce
