Risk Management
Brokers could be probed in personal accident policy mis-selling investigation
Shadow business secretary accuses six employment agencies of mis-selling.
C-Suite: A chance to prove our worth
Businesses perceived an increase in overall risks faced so why is risk management still so hit and miss.
Post magazine – 30 January 2014
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Legal Update: Sports Injuries: NFL concussion payout should act as a warning to UK sports bodies and insurers
Emma Baldwin says claims for long-term injuries caused by sport could be on the rise.
Agriculture: Hard times
With a predicted increase in extreme weather events expected to add to the many difficulties already faced by farmers, how can the insurance industry better support the beleaguered sector?
UK businesses taking more risks, QBE research finds
More than half of UK businesses are taking more risks than previously in order to win new business, according to research from QBE.
Aviva’s risk boss appointed ORIC chair
The Operational Risk Consortium has appointed Aviva group operational risk director Michael Sicsic as its board chair.
SMEs told to wake up to cyber threat amid concerns over low cover uptake
Government planning to endorse common standard for cyber security by March.
C-Suite: Meeting 21st century needs
More openness and better modeling is needed to provide a better service for an ever-changing world.
BMS joins forces with research institute for ERM solution
Independent insurance specialty firm BMS Group has entered into an exclusive partnership with research institute RTI International to offer enterprise risk management services.
Ace enhances D&O cover as liability and cyber top emerging risks poll
Ace has enhanced its directors' and officers' cover for the UK and Irish markets in response to market developments and feedback from its broker panel.
Post magazine – 16 January 2014
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Editor's comment: Bring on the sales
It’s January, and as we all face the prospect of seasonal affective disorder setting in as we return to work and continue to rise before sunrise and head home in the dark, the good news is it’s sale time.
Legal update: Care providers: Strong leadership is the key to raising standards in the care sector
Abuse and neglect scandals show the danger of care facilities that lack proper risk management strategies.
Your say: Recent deluge could open the floodgates on asbestos risk
The recent floods that have devastated many parts of the UK could have unexpected consequences by increasing the risk of asbestos exposure.
Post Claims Club Blog: So who were the Claims Heroes and Villains of 2013?
Happy new year and welcome to 2014.
Post magazine – 9 January 2014
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Piracy: Safer seas
With a more stable Somalia and improved maritime security, will the downward trend in piracy attacks continue, or will incidents in East African and South-East Asian waters ensure rough seas in future?
C-Suite: Let's do more to harness talent
As we begin 2014 refreshed from the festive break, we recognise that a new year brings optimism and confidence for the future.
Airmic education initiative set to go live
An Airmic initiative that will provide educational and social support to people new to risk management is scheduled to go live this month.
Biba to consult on professional standards in 2014
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association is to conduct a consultation on professional standards within the broking industry in the first quarter of 2014.
Johnson to take on Davey's EMEA role at FM Global
FM Global has confirmed that Chris Johnson, former senior vice president and division manager for Asia Pacific, will take on the EMEA division manager role vacated by Kenneth Davey.
Charles Taylor appoints Creasy as non-exec
Charles Taylor has appointed former Kiln chairman Edward Creasy as a non-executive director with effect from 1 January 2014.
Broker standards body launched
A new standards body has been launched to improve behaviour and standards in the broking industry.