All Insurance Times articles in Issue 07-10-2010
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People & OpinionInterview: Mike McGavick
The former Republican candidate Mike McGavick has a huge reputation after turning round XL Group and Safeco. But will his next challenge be in business or politics?
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NewsHampden will slow down motor
Underwriting vehicle will likely scale back its participation in motor syndicates
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NewsFlood protection will escape worst of Whitehall’s cuts
Government views flood defences as top priority, but can’t save every community, minister tells ABI
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ClaimsNick Patterson:: Don’t be a soft touch on claims costs
Good risk management, swift responses and proactive investigation are tough on claims and tough on the sources of claims
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NewsMCE unveils growth plans following management change
Broker aims for £45m GWP by end of 2011 and is on the look-out for an acquisition
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ClaimsKeep calm and carry on
Despite recent disasters, some businesses are still not prioritising effective continuity plans for when the worst happens. But can excessive damage be avoided as brokers begin to favour a real disaster recovery service rather than get-out-quick cash settlements?
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People & OpinionIan Clark: The motor value chain is close to broken
Why are claims management companies and personal lines intermediaries showing healthy profits while motor insurers are losing out?
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News AnalysisBreakfast Club: Don’t miss a trick
The Insurance Times Breakfast Club tackled the subject of claims optimisation, with claims inflation, fraud and recovery rates falling under the spotlight
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In BusinessBest of Brokers: The personal touch
SME clients chasing the cheapest insurance are attracted by direct and internet deals, but many still value brokers who can save them time, secure the right products and smooth the claims process. A brokered deal can even be cheaper
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Online onlyBarry Fehler: The regulator brokers need and deserve
Now is the moment for the broking community to win the government to its cause
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BackchatBackchat: Pole position for grovelling
The Insider listens to gossip about Aviva, hears that NIG is still not popular and finds why Mike Smith’s challenge is one to avoid
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People & OpinionLeader: Stay strong, Aviva
The insurer's turnaround has put it in acquirers' sights
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NewsAviva targeted for buy-up and carve-up by rivals because of low share price
Under the plan, RSA, Resolution, Zurich and Allianz would have taken portions of the business
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In BusinessBest of Brokers: Autonomy at heart
In the second of our regional surveys of independent firms, we meet small brokers in the Midlands and finds an east/west divide, with a competitive but resilient market for small start-ups around Birmingham and consolidators carving up Leicester and Nottingham
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FeaturesAny happy returns?
Aviva’s new management team has restored relationships – and business – following the departure of Igal Mayer. They’ve done so well, in fact, that the company is now an acquisition target. But has their success come at the expense of profitability?
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NewsBiggest names give support to Aldermanbury Declaration
Framework would help create 'a recognised profession'
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NewsAscot agrees to join JLT’s fight against Somali pirates
£10m joint venture would create fleet of armed patrol boats
