Scotland
Giles hires NIG corporate motor specialist
Giles has appointed Anne Norrie as corporate development executive.
Golf clubs face ‘worrying times’ following injury liability settlement
Niddry course avoids Supreme Court with golf injury settlement.
Golf injury liability settlement reached
Lawyers acting for a Scottish golf club and two players have reached a last minute settlement after a liability dispute looked set to reach the Supreme Court.
Scotland's Future - the issue of redenomination
An independent Scotland might have to adopt its own currency if the rest of the UK Government declined to participate in a the Scottish Governments 'Plan A' of a Sterling zone, or would do so only if Scotland accepted onerous conditions.
AIG extends oil and gas cover
AIG has expanded its oil and gas product to offer increased limits and cover, coupled with stronger specialist loss control services.
North of the Border: Take care to avoid costly mistakes
When it comes to pursuing different claims arising from the same negligent act, a claimant’s failure to recognise the distinction between Scottish and English law could be costly.
ABI responds to Scottish criticism of 'disproportionate' Flood Re
The Association of British Insurers has denied accusations that the introduction of its ‘Flood Re’ model would be “bad news for Scotland”.
Editor's comment: Time for a new strategy
Last week some new battle lines were drawn, while others pulled back their troops, took stock of the situation and dug new trenches.
Scots disproportionately affected by new flood plan
The Scottish Parliament has been challenged to secure a greater voice in the UK flood debate following concerns the Association of British Insurers' Flood Re model represents a raw deal for residents north of the border.
The Scottish currency question
One of the key questions in Scotland’s independence debate at the moment is which currency Scotland would use in the event of a ‘yes’ vote on 18 September 2014.
Scottish Water pipeline put in doubt after liability agreement failure
Scottish Water has come in for criticism after its failure to secure a standard liability agreement resulted in work on a £2.65m pipeline being abandoned.
Golf course liability case headed to Supreme Court
Solicitors for Niddry Castle Golf Club are awaiting a response from the Supreme Court on permission to appeal against a decision at Scotland’s inner court that found it chiefly liable for an on-course injury.
Career file - Chris Sime: RSA director Sime resurfaces at Zurich
Zurich has hired Chris Sime as head of broker market for Scotland, in a role in which he will take responsibility for leading the firm's business north of the border.
Brokerbility signs first Scottish member
Brokerbility has signed up its first Scottish broker with Ayr-based MacKay Corporate joining its ranks.
Fire cuts exposing insurers warns IFIC
The insurance industry is being exposed by cuts to the UK’s fire and rescue services according to IFIC Forensics.
First Title recruits from Law Society for business development boss
Legal indemnity provider First Title Insurance has recruited former Law Society brand boss Neil Skinner to lead business development in Scotland and Ireland.
Sime set for Zurich move
RSA sales and strategic relationships director Chris Sime has been named as Zurich’s head of broker market for Scotland.
North of Border: Golf swing sees liability fall to club
On 10 August 2007 Anthony Phee was playing golf with three friends on the Niddry Castle course.
ECIC extends health & safety broker training to Scotland
A contractor health and safety course for broker partners has been expanded by the Electrical Contractors’ Insurance Company to include Scottish firms.
Ace promotes underwriter Knox to managerial role in Scotland
Ace has promoted senior casualty underwriter Gordon Knox to the position of casualty manager for Scotland.
Scottish Future: Extending damages time
Insurers north of the border may soon be having to keep claims on their books for much longer, says Laura Brain.
Asbestos: Unclear Future
From differences in compensation eligibility across the UK to legal battles over mesothelioma liability, asbestos-related illnesses are presenting insurers with a range of challenges.
Parabis expands into Edinburgh
Parabis is preparing to expand its Scottish footprint just six months after launching with the recruitment of an experienced defendant insurance law team and the opening of an office in Edinburgh.