Motor – Page 36
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News AnalysisD&O market is ‘absolutely brutal’ and ‘in a world of pain’ as a result of hard market
However, insurers are looking to grow and are selecting some ‘quite aggressive targets’, says expert panel
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NewsProposed tariffs for whiplash injuries post-reform is ‘offensive’
Whiplash injury compensation under the Civil Liability Act 2018 has been described as ‘an insult to the injured and vulnerable’ by industry commentators
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NewsMotor accident claims fall by 31% year-on-year
Plus, motor insurance premiums recorded their biggest annual fall since 2014 in 2021’s Q1
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NewsKatie Price’s ex-husband jailed over bogus car insurance claim
The insurer argued that he should be jailed for ’knowingly giving a false statement’
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NewsABI relays guidance replacing insurers’ lockdown support pledges
The pledges will be replaced with guidance across home, motor and pet insurance policies
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NewsFCA pricing reform timetable is still ‘too short to be achievable’
Under two-thirds of insurers believe more time is needed to implement pricing changes
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News AnalysisInsurance2025: Personal Lines Keynotes, 2021
Firms’ differing interpretations and pace of change ahead of the FCA’s pricing reform deadlines could pose problems as the industry seeks to eliminate price walking
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IT InterviewIan Hughes: ‘Brutal’ changes set to hit insurance sector as FCA uses its teeth
The FCA’s pricing reform will initiate ‘a fundamental shift of culture’ – it’s imperative that brokers and insurers ‘lean in’, says chief executive
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NewsFCA’s pricing reforms are ‘right step’ – Covéa’s James Reader
The chief executive believes that pricing changes are not something that could be achieved with ‘small tweaks’
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NewsLemonade gears up to enter car insurance market
It marks the insurtech’s third expansion into a major new insurance category in less than a year
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IT InterviewJames Reader: Covid-19 pandemic is ‘turning point’ for accelerating consumer trends
EOW (escape of water) risk management will provide ’opportunity to change the relationship’ between insurers and customers, from ’a grudge purchase to one where there is an ongoing dialogue’, says chief executive
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NewsRight Choice Insurance Brokers buys Kingfisher-owned Fresh motor brands
Broker chief executive hopes the deal marks the ‘first of many acquisitions’
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NewsUK car insurance premiums fell by 14% in last year – WTW
Premiums are now at their cheapest since 2015, reflecting the impact of lockdown on claims
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NewsActuris reveals new partnership with automotive company
The collaboration hopes to allow instant quotes and efficient trading through etrade
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NewsTicker appoints former Munich Re staffer as non-exec director
Chief exec confirms appointment at ‘exciting time’ for the insurtech
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IT InterviewAgeas to ‘double down’ on broker-led personal lines in new strategy
Chief executive explains how ‘there’s real opportunity’ for Ageas as it homes in on its ‘heartland business’ with brokers
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NewsMarshmallow Financial Services accused of stealing ‘trade secrets’
In an ongoing court case, the insurtech has been accused of profiting from a joint business agreement by tapping into ‘trade secrets’
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NewsInsurers refuse four-by-four car cover as thefts double over decade – Broadway Insurance Brokers
Misunderstanding policy wordings can also create extra expense for policyholders if their claims are refused
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NewsSaga seeks transformation with strategic turnaround plan
Group chief executive believes the plan will boost growth for the business, while driving sustainable returns for its investors
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NewsRAC Insurance establishes in-house insurance intermediary
The move ‘represents a material shift in our insurance strategy’ says RAC Insurance boss
