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FeaturesTop insurance brokers: Midlands
Brokers from around the Midlands gathered in Birmingham at the Insurance Times Midlands broker event.
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FeaturesRound Table: Uncertainty in the market
Insurance Times together with our partner, Groupama, held a round table discussion where a panel of experts gave their views on the state of the Midlands market and the issues it faces
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One word, two syllables. Aon?
Aon’s 1980s-themed summer press party at the Museum of Brands saw a revival of TV’s favourite old game show Give us a clue.The likes of Lionel Blair and Una Stubbs were replaced by Aon brokers and hacks who fought hard in a fierce battle of gesticulations and curious poses. Aon’s ...
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UK captive market ‘nearing saturation’
The UK captive market is close to “saturation point”, according to a new study.Research by Aon said the use of captives by large companies in the UK was extremely common. Of those surveyed, 79% held a captive at parent level, it said.On a global scale, however, the captive market remains ...
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Lloyd’s warned of ‘talent drought’
Lloyd’s is in danger of suffering a “talent drought” unless new recruits come into the industry in the next few years, research has revealed.A survey of Lloyd’s managing agents by Hays Insurance has revealed that the market faces a talent shortage due to the lack of graduate schemes in place.The ...
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Stop the flood fraudsters
Insurers need to strike a fine balance between compassion and efficiency over the next few months, as the aftermath of the recent floods takes its toll.While it is important to deal with immediate concerns, such as providing householders with appropriate alternative accommodation, robust systems to guard against fraudulent claims need ...
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FeaturesQuality insurance
Gibraltar is becoming a haven for a growing number of insurers, but the regulator is keen to maintain the colony’s reputation for quality businesses. Anita Anandarajah reports
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Government pledges £800m flood defence spending
Industry fears how money will be spent.
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Insurers warn claims timetable unworkable
Insurers say targets are too ambitious and could lead to more fraudulent claims
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NU to start £500m professional lines drive
Insurer aims to double professional lines business within three years
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Business Continuity centres "worthless", say experts
Specialist back-up centres designed to provide business continuity resources in the wake of a terrorist incident may be worthless, warns Moore Stephens.
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Legal expenses insurers challenge compensation proposals
Reform proposals fail to address the needs and rights of claimant, says trade bodys
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Motor premiums hit highest levels ever, says AA
But home premiums fall, according to index
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Online onlyTerrorism cover essential - warns NU
As the UK moves to its highest level of terror alert, Norwich Union has underlined the need for businesses to be aware of the need for adequate cover.
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Mobile Doctors takes control of IMS Cases
Specialist team to address thousands of unresolved cases
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Gerling bought by Caribbean financial services giant
Acquisition gives Sagicor entry to London market
