All articles by George McDade
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NewsAviva reveals ghost broking cases on the rise as fraudsters change tack
‘These fraudsters exploit social media to sell worthless insurance, leaving victims thousands of pounds out of pocket, driving without insurance and at risk of prosecution,’ says chief executive
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NewsLast chance to win digital distribution package from PAS provider Go-Insur
’We’re on a mission to help the rank and file of insurance businesses embrace the benefits of eTrading, especially around improved sales distribution and more efficient back office operations,’ says director
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NewsBuyer-friendly competitive market may be short-lived – Aon
‘While competition is driving pricing down and coverage up for preferred risks, we’re also seeing continued volatility in loss activity,’ says chief executive
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NewsClean energy upgrade may be increasing home fire risk
‘We strongly encourage property owners to carry out formal risk assessments, engage certified installers and ensure regular inspections and cleaning,’ says head
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NewsHome premiums fall – but warning issued after weather alert
‘With forecasts of unsettled weather ahead, households should check that their policies offer the right levels of cover,’ says head
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NewsMotorcycle sport body unveils new insurance partner after two-year safety overhaul
‘Following a lot of hard work around our risk management activities and industry engagement, we’ve seen genuine competition return during the ACU’s renewal period,’ says chief executive
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NewsMotor outperforms home in latest FCA value measures data
‘In the age of Consumer Duty and an increasingly interventionist regulator, insurers must ensure their products deliver genuine value for money,’ says co-founder
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NewsInsurance complaints still rising despite overall FOS disputes drop
‘We are undertaking an ambitious series of improvements to foster confidence in financial services now and in the future,’ says chief ombudsman
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NewsFM appoints former Liberty Mutual executive as CFO
‘With her strong track record leading financial strategy, enterprise planning and risk management, she brings deep experience and strategic vision to the CFO role,’ says chief executive
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NewsIgnite Specialty Risk announces four senior appointments
‘These appointments are clear indicators of the momentum that enables us to continue to invest in our people and our long-term vision,’ says head
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NewsCalls to reduce tax rates amid record IPT windfalls
‘Lower IPT would make risk management more affordable and strengthen the UK’s competitiveness,’ says actuarial director
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NewsGovernment data shows personal injury claims falling across the board
‘Fewer claims could mean fewer accidents, but equally, it could mean that injured people are not claiming because it’s too difficult, too time consuming and the compensation for injuries is derisory,’ says executive director
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NewsLM Re appoints chief underwriting officer for international casualty
‘With a robust global platform and a clear commitment to underwriting excellence, LM Re is well-positioned to deliver smart, agile solutions for clients and partners,’ says new appointee
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NewsJMG Group continues expansion with three family-run broker acquisitions
‘We give businesses the backing they need to grow, while respecting what makes them successful – their people, their independence and their connection to clients,’ says chief executive
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NewsInsurers setting sights on AI in underwriting
‘Over the next three years we will see a dramatic expansion into underwriting processes, pricing and customer-facing areas,’ says business architect
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AnalysisMany UK insurance customers risking claims issues due to disclosure gaps
Many UK home and motor insurance customers are unclear about key disclosure obligations, risking premium adjustments, policy cancellations and, at worst, claims denials
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NewsOpen GI appoints new non-executive director
‘Open GI is at an exciting point in its lifecycle and I am delighted to be joining the talented and dedicated team,’ says new appointee
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NewsNew chairs appointed at Benefact Group and Benefact Trust
‘We’re all excited and energised to deliver more commercial success knowing that in doing so, we can give back even more to society,’ says new appointee
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NewsUK experienced 204 nationally significant cyber attacks in last year
In its ninth annual report, the National Cyber Security Centre revealed the diversity and volume of cyber threats UK firms now regularly face and highlighted the growing need for resilience
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NewsCovéa partners with The AA over new van insurance product
‘Vans have long been the backbone of British industry, and our partnership with Covéa will help protect van drivers,’ says head
