Latest News – Page 279
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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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NewsDirect Line Group chief executive Penny James steps down
Insurer’s chair says the business ‘will continue to focus on rebuilding our capital position’ and ‘restoring balance sheet resilience’ after ‘significant headwinds’ in 2022
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NewsFCA highlights focus areas for Consumer Duty implementation
The multi-firm review from the regulator ‘should be of real concern to the industry’
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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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NewsCustomers’ short-term decision-making due to cost of living ‘should be a concern’ for sector
Insurer’s UKGI chief executive thinks equipping brokers with ‘the tools to have the right conversation with their clients’ is key to preventing SME underinsurance
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NewsBrokers are ‘absolutely fundamental’ to risk management innovation - Andrew Griffith
The new economic secretary applauded brokers for ‘helping the sanctions to try and bring pressure to bear on Russia as it has pursued its illegal war in Ukraine’
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NewsUK car insurance premiums soar by 19% in 2022
Insurers should be doing more to help consumers during difficult times, says chief executive
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NewsPRA identifies improvement areas for GI losses
Some common gaps in data and modelling were also highlighted
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NewsManifesto 2023: IPT rate should be frozen
The financial burden on insurance buyers has grown significantly according to Biba, and IPT has reached a record high
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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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NewsZurich teams up with South Pole to support clients' net zero goals
‘Demand for climate resilience services has grown exponentially in recent years’, says global head
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IT InterviewAdam Winslow: Retail business and HNW will form ‘the key axis of growth’ for Aviva’s personal lines arm in 2023
UKGI chief executive outlines where Aviva is aiming to expand this year across both personal and commercial lines – although eTrading ‘remains a big area of focus’
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NewsManifesto 2023: Biba calls for compulsory public liability insurance for e-scooters
The broker body has also taken aim at regulation surrounding automated vehicles
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NewsManifesto 2023: Insurers continue to allow ‘square pegs in square holes’ for eTrading - Biba
The broker trade body plans to work with insurers to deliver positive eTrading outcomes for brokers and end customers
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NewsManifesto 2023: Insurance sector needs time to prepare for ‘significant impact’ of Martyn’s Law - Biba
The broker trade body may compile a scheme to help its members action the new duty’s requirements
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NewsBiba launches 2023 manifesto with focus on risk management and stability
Executive director confirms that ‘stability is a key message’ that the trade association wants to bring ‘forward this year’, with focuses on regulation, financial resilience and enabling economic growth
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NewsBikmo partners with Blike for bike leasing fleet customers
The specialist insurer has ‘seen a shift in the bike sector from ownership to leasing’, says chief executive
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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
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NewsCost of living crisis named as top concern for UK heritage organisations – Ecclesiastical
’Brokers play an important role in helping heritage clients understand the risks they are facing’, says customer segment director
