All articles by Harry McNeil – Page 2
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NewsBiba Manifesto 2026: Biba urges ‘sensible politics’ as homes keep being built in flood-prone areas
’Everybody is behind more homes being built in the UK, but it’s being sensible [about] how you build those, if you build them in areas of risk of flood,’ says deputy head
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NewsDestination Insurance: Leader warns industry is not hiring enough young talent
’It’s not that there’s a problem with the number of applications. But what we are seeing is that people are not hiring enough young people,’ says chief executive
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NewsBiba Manifesto 2026: Trade body seeks new Financial Services Bill
‘It’s not easy asking for a bill that isn’t in the King’s speech, that’s quite a challenge, but we just think it’s a necessity if we’re going to actually make these changes happen,’ says broker body chief executive
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NewsRepeat offender imprisoned for false travel insurance claim
‘These measures are intentionally robust and are a powerful deterrent to others who might consider defrauding insurers and their customers,’ says manager
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NewsMarkel eyes UK life sciences growth with new combined proposition
‘Life Science Combined is a key addition to our proposition suite. It will enable us to grow our presence in the sector and support our ambitious plans for 2026 and beyond,’ says managing director
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NewsMGU brings global insurers and reinsurers together in AI insurance facility
‘We’ve brought the capacity and expertise of the world’s top (re)insurers to one table to create one specialised policy,’ says chairman
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NewsConsumers increasingly relying on premium finance – Premium Credit
‘Customers are increasingly turning to finance from their insurer or premium finance provider to ensure they can efficiently manage the costs of insurance policies,’ says chief sales officer
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NewsLloyd’s survey shows market continues to outperform wider financial services standards
‘Our market culture is not perfect, but it is very good – and improving,’ said Lloyd’s chief executive
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News AnalysisUK regulation driving commercial insurance away from London, Zurich tells Lords
‘Some providers are exiting the market because the regulation is too prescriptive and difficult,’ says chief compliance officer
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News AnalysisThe Big Question: What regulatory risks or opportunities would UKGI see under a Reform UK government?
Insurance Times asked industry figures to consider the risks and opportunities a Reform UK government might present if it sought to overhaul the FCA – and what such changes could mean
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News£250k grant to help Insurance Museum introduce insurance to young people
’We are very grateful to The National Lottery Heritage Fund for awarding us this generous grant,’ says director
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NewsArch backs internal talent for new London market PI role
‘Her promotion is well deserved and highlights her deep sector and technical expertise,’ says head of professional indemnity
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NewsTowergate Employee Benefits latest business to adopt Everywhen brand
‘Becoming Everywhen symbolises the unifying of our people with a single brand, vision and purpose,’ says chief executive
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NewsCII pays tribute to local institutes vice president after passing away last week
‘He has been a stalwart of everything that the CII Group stands for,’ says president
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NewsMGA targets PI expansion as new long-term capacity deal agreed
’This agreement represents a major milestone,’ says chief executive
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NewsFCA opens and publicises enforcement investigation into claims manager
The FCA says making the investigation public will allow affected customers to consider their options
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NewsBrown and Brown secures court win against Howden
Judges found a ’substantial likelihood’ of Brown and Brown prevailing on the merits of their claims
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NewsFormer Aviva leader recognised with CBE in New Year Honours list
‘I am truly delighted and proud to have received a CBE. I am humbled to have been recognised for my contribution to business leadership and inclusion,’ says awardee
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NewsPlanned Chubb AI overhaul places 20% of jobs at risk
‘We are on a mission to re-invent ourselves again,’ says insurer’s investor presentation
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NewsLast orders for Covid BI claims as hospitality urges FCA to step in
‘It is vital that adequate time is now allowed for the latest court decisions to be implemented,’ says head of policyholder disputes
