Brexit
UK to leave single market, Prime Minister confirms
Theresa May has confirmed that the UK will be leaving the single market, but will negotiate for a free trade agreement for financial services.
Half of industry expects economy to deteriorate this year
Nearly half of those working in the insurance sector expect the economy to deteriorate this year.
Biba launches its 2017 manifesto
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has called for the government to commit to no further increases to Insurance Premium Tax and to negotiate for single market access in the EU exit.
EU and US regulators agree new bi-lateral transatlantic insurance agreement
The US and EU have agreed to reduce legal and capital barriers to boost the transatlantic insurance and reinsurance market.
The City UK sets out industry priorities for Brexit
The City UK, a City of London lobby group, has issued its key priorities for the UK’s financial and professional services industry in the forthcoming Brexit negotiations.
Hyperion poised for further acquisitions as revenue climbs
Hyperion CEO David Howden has told Post he expects the group to break the half billion revenue barrier in 2017 following strong 2016 results.
Aon launches 'Brexit Navigator'
Aon has launched Brexit Navigator, a solution designed to help organisations quantify the impact of Brexit on business.
JLT will not wait for Article 50 to begin Brexit restructure
JLT is already introducing contingency plans for post-Brexit operations, said deputy CEO Mark Drummond-Brady.
Gibraltar insurer stops writing business ahead of Brexit
Gibraltar-based Horizon Insurance has ceased renewing and accepting new motor policies in the wake of the Brexit vote.
Insurtech firms could face Brexit brain drain
Insurtech start-ups could face a talent black hole as a result of Brexit, analysts have warned.
2017 Preview: What lies ahead for insurance?
After sharing their views on 2016 last month, insurers and brokers make their predictions for the coming year. What do they think the highlights and lowlights will be over the next 12 months?
Reinsurers face year of cost-cutting due to weaker renewals
Reinsurers face a demanding year of cost-cutting after the December contract renewal season delivered weaker prices for the fifth year in a row.
IUA says Brexit representation is the London market priority for 2017
The strong representation of London insurers’ views on Brexit is a priority for 2017, according to the International Underwriting Association.
Boris Johnson rounds on ‘insane’ Vnuk ruling
Boris Johnson has declared the EU Vnuk ruling as “insane”, even as the government launches a consultation on ways to incorporate the ruling into UK law.
Brightside's Mark Cliff on why chaos is needed for success
Chaos is needed for some highly successful brokers to emerge during 2017
Marsh's White on delivering client value and innovation in uncertain times
Just when we thought the world couldn't get much more uncertain, 2016 happened.
RSA urges government to support SMEs
Over half of UK SMEs think the government is not doing enough to help businesses grow, with seven out of 10 expecting their revenues to fall or stand still in 2017.
Insurers cannot wait for government to lead on Brexit strategy
The UK's insurers cannot wait for government to take the lead on Brexit strategy, according to Ashley Prebble, an insurance partner at Clifford Chance.
Lloyd's to unveil plans for EU move in the new year
Lloyd’s of London will create an office somewhere within the European Union in a move to divert some of its operations to the continent as a result of the UK's Brexit vote.
Brexit will not affect HDI Global's UK presence
Brexit will have no impact on HDI Global’s presence in the UK market, the company's chairman said.
Interview: Harsha Agadi, Crawford & Company
As Crawford ‘outperforms expectations’ in terms of growth, Michèle Bacchus speaks with CEO and president Harsha Agadi about his plans for the company
Insurance sector 'speaking with one voice' on Brexit
The insurance industry is speaking “with one voice” on Brexit, according to trade bodies.
Expertise from A-Z: 2016 Review: A year of change
A look at the tumultuous changes of 2016 – and a preview of what 2017 may have in store for the industry
Insurers meet with ministers to discuss Brexit strategy
Insurers and other financial services bosses met with senior ministers to discuss the country's Brexit strategy.