All articles by Isobel Rafferty – Page 19
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NewsProperty and cyber markets must get on same page to prevent cover ‘gap’ for cyber-related physical losses
Confusion around cyber exclusions may have stemmed from Lloyd’s clampdown on clearly defining physical and intangible risks
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NewsAxa XL reveals three-year sustainability strategy
The insurer hopes to improve ESG resilience among its customers with increased awareness of biodiversity risks
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NewsAllianz Commercial to utilise green parts in fleet policy update
The insurer intends to mitigate ‘rocketing’ claims costs for consumers, says head of claims customer delivery
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NewsEcclesiastical detected over 130 fraudulent claims in 2022
Continuing to pursue untrue claims is ‘vitally important’ for keeping customers’ premium costs down, says claims director
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NewsUK inflation will increase the need for gig economy insurance – GlobalData
Education among consumers is needed, however, due to the widespread belief that this cover is provided by employers
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NewsPetcover Group snaps up Brooks Braithwaite from ManyPets
Selling the business will allow ManyPets to focus on its own brands and products, says chief executive
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NewsZurich UK selects new chief claims officer
The appointee has experienced the business through ‘every lens at every level’, having joined the insurer as a graduate in 1997
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NewsRSA launches new carers’ leave policy
The benefit is based on firsthand feedback from RSA’s employees who are carers - this revealed that annual leave was being used to support disabled dependents
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NewsCompany market outlook for 2023 becoming progressively worse – Fitch Ratings
The firm highlighted that one path to gaining capital is turning to higher investment returns
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NewsInsureds prioritising cyber cover as they cut costs elsewhere
Business interruption insurance is one product that consumers are turning away from, says broker director
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NewsConstruction sector requires support from insurance firms in UK’s net zero transition – UKGBC
Risk perception around a secondary materials market needs to be addressed, says the council
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NewsDLG boss’ decision to leave influenced by ’hostile’ market conditions
Following a predicted profit hit last year, however, DLG’s exiting boss believes the business will bounce back
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NewsUK government scheme Cyber Essentials insurance is ‘appalling’ for SMEs
The National Cyber Security Centre’s initiative demonstrates both opportunities and obstacles for clients, say insurance industry leaders
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NewsMotor injury claim numbers fall to lowest since 2018 – ACSO
Court waiting times in the event of a claim, however, are at ‘record highs’ – ‘adding more misery for hard-pressed consumers’, says executive director
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NewsManifesto 2023: Biba reveals new ESG commitments for 2023
The broker trade body has pledged to get its ‘own house in order first’, so that the support given to its members is built on a ‘strong foundation’
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News AnalysisThe Big Question January/February 2023: How can insurance firms help SMEs amid increased business insolvencies?
As UK business insolvencies spike due to tighter financial pressures, Insurance Times asks industry leaders about what firms can do to mitigate the risk
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LatestMovo Partnership invests in Woking-based ‘true heartland broker’
The group will work together to grow the acquired firm’s client base, as well as achieve its future ambitions
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NewsHSB scoops new chief underwriting officer from insurtech unicorn
The appointee’s ‘substantial experience and strong track record’ will help ‘drive’ the business forward following Stephen Morris’ retirement, says chief executive
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NewsManifesto 2023: Cost of living crisis heightening underinsurance is a ‘concern’
Standalone cyber insurance is one of the most common products where insureds opt to drop cover, according to Biba’s latest research
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NewsAcrisure’s MGAM and consultancy launch insurance for independent midwives
The product aims to ensure that midwives are ‘comfortable and confident in accessing the services they need’, says service director
