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The Big Question: What do the FCA’s proposal U-turns mean for UKGI?

2025-04-29T06:00:00+01:00By

Following the FCA’s March 2025 decision to abandon its proposed name and shame strategy and shelve new diversity and inclusion requirements, industry voices share their perspectives and discuss the possible ramifications of these decisions on the UK general insurance sector

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Trudgill responds to Markerstudy not exhibiting at 2025 Biba Conference

2025-04-28T09:10:00+01:00By

Markerstudy said it was unable to secure the stand it had hoped for

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Social spots: The must-attend post-conference parties at 2025’s Biba Conference

2025-04-28T06:00:00+01:00By

Exhibiting firms at this year’s Biba Conference also have the 5pm to 9am covered for attending delegates, with evening networking opportunities aplenty across Manchester’s hottest venues. Insurance Times lists some of brokers’ entertainment options…

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The biggest exclusive stories this week

2025-04-25T14:30:00+01:00

Insurance Times rounds up the biggest exclusive stories from 22 to 25 April 2025

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Fantasy Football: Insurance Times’ James Cowen Q&A

2025-04-25T13:00:00+01:00By

Insurance Times’ news editor speaks about currently being in the top 10 in this year’s Fantasy Football league

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Brokers reveal wish lists for insurer relationships

2025-04-25T07:00:00+01:00By

Regional presence, tech innovation and physical branches matter less to brokers, according to exclusive Insurance Times research

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Effective event: Top tips for getting the most out of 2025’s Biba Conference

2025-04-25T06:00:00+01:00By Jack Richards

Jack Richards, senior conference producer at Insurance Times, shares his advice on how delegates can optimise their time at May’s two-day event

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Aviva leader to take on chief executive role at Probitas 1492

2025-04-24T13:00:00+01:00

’Over the last decade, Bathia has built an incredibly successful Lloyd’s franchise and paved the way for Aviva’s entry to the Lloyd’s market,’ says chief executive

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Period homes cost over double modern counterparts to insure

2025-04-24T12:00:00+01:00By

‘People living in a period home, or those considering purchasing one, should be aware of the potentially higher insurance premiums that typically come with owning an older property,’ says expert

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Will RSA’s reputation remain ‘Intact’ after rebrand?

2025-04-24T11:58:00+01:00By Trevor Hemsley

Adopting parent company’s name could see the insurer ‘literally starting again as a brand’ – or could the ‘allure’ of a ‘new and different’ name pose an ‘interesting strategy’ for business progression?

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Global commercial insurance rates fall for third consecutive quarter – Marsh

2025-04-24T10:27:00+01:00By

‘We expect the overall trend to continue and for insurer competition to intensify, barring unforeseen changes in conditions,’ says global placement president

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Cowbell targets £902bn UK tech sector with cyber and PI launch

2025-04-24T09:56:00+01:00By

‘Our experienced team of underwriters are looking forward to deepening relationships with brokers and further developing our digital distribution capabilities to better serve the UK market,’ says vice-president

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Insurance premium tax windfall sets record high for Treasury

2025-04-24T08:57:00+01:00By

‘The full-year IPT receipts to March 2025 indicate another significant increase for the chancellor,’ says senior actuarial director

Stuart Reid

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Briefing: Out with the old and in with the new

2025-04-23T08:00:00+01:00By

Brokers must be proactive when it comes to grasping and attracting new talent – especially as broking is such a people driven line of work

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One in six motorists admit lying to cut insurance bills

2025-04-22T13:00:00+01:00By

‘It’s clear from our research that some motorists are taking drastic actions in an effort to try and reduce their costs,’ says chief executive

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Surge in broker demand across non-standard home and motor market

2025-04-22T11:00:00+01:00By

‘These findings reaffirm what we hear from our broker partners every day – non-standard is where opportunity lies,’ says managing director

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The rise of the product led broker

2025-04-22T06:00:00+01:00By

Brokers are no longer just insurance distributors – they’re becoming product architects, reshaping policies to meet the real-world needs of clients. But what’s driving this shift and what does it mean for the future of broking?

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Howden secures another sport sponsorship deal

2025-04-17T12:46:00+01:00By

’We’re already two like-minded organisations,’ says chief executive

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Briefing: Biba Conference 2025 facilitates sector futureproofing with tailored events

2025-04-17T07:00:00+01:00By

The two-day event is famed for its thought provoking conference agenda and the massive opportunity for networking, however distinct events for women and the younger generation prove that trade association has its eye on the industry’s future

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Briefing: Does Ageas’ purchase of Esure make up for it losing out on DLG?

2025-04-16T09:13:00+01:00By

Ageas UK made two bids for DLG in 2024 – both were rejected