Schemes – Page 7
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AnalysisIn Focus: How broker schemes are navigating the FCA’s fair value focus
The regulator’s pricing reform, which includes product governance requirements, raises industry questions about whether broker schemes offer fair value to customers
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Sponsored ContentAllianz broker apprentice scheme continues to deliver for brokers
The Allianz Broker Apprenticeship Programme, co-created with training specialist Davies Learning Solutions, receives positive feedback from participants…
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NewsFilm and TV production Covid support scheme extended following broker support
Tysers director described the move as ‘fantastic news’ because the scheme ‘was the only way to get projects back into production and the industry back on its feet’
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NewsFlood Re chief exec urges focus on ‘Build Back Better scheme’ as ‘resilience is not being prioritised’
Homes need to be built ‘in the right place and in the right way’ to help make them ‘more resilient to rising temperatures and an increased risk of flooding’
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AnalysisWhat are the most profitable schemes for brokers emerging from the pandemic?
Caravan and trailer schemes saw the largest increase in premium volumes over the last six months, reflecting the pandemic-related staycation boom over the summer months
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Sponsored ContentA brokers guide to implementing a successful scheme
Brokers are a critical influence on the evolution of the UK’s insurance market. With an eye for spotting new client groups, they are always looking for ways to provide tailored solutions to meet client’s specific needs…
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NewsBrokers call out ‘conflict of interest’ in delayed government-backed £750m live events reinsurance scheme
Concerns over a ’conflict on interest’ has been raised by several brokers in the market
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NewsLloyd’s broker launches two new music and live events schemes
The insurance solutions will support freelancers and those working in the festival industry
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NewsBiba and MGA launch new scheme to support the media and entertainment sector
Creating the new insurance scheme was a ‘direct result of member requests’ following a challenging 2020
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LatestAviva announces £900m bulk annuity deal with Kingfisher Pension Scheme
Aviva announces it has completed a £900m bulk purchase annuity transaction in July, with the Kingfisher Pension Scheme. Kingfisher plc is a British multinational retailing company headquartered in London, which manages brands including B&Q and Screwfix
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NewsInsurance industry backs government’s live event reinsurance scheme in partnership with Lloyd’s
Several syndicates in the Lloyd’s market, including Arch, Beazley, Dale Underwriting, Hiscox and Munich Re, are supporting the initiative
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NewsTowergate and SchemeServe launch online quote and buy property owners’ scheme
Brokers will be able to access combined commercial and property covers to quote and insure up to 200 properties under the same policy
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NewsQ&A: Travelers weigh in on building successful scheme partnerships
Jonathan Forster, Travelers SME distribution director tells Insurance Times about the value of schemes partnerships for brokers and insurers
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FeaturesIn Focus: How are broker schemes innovating to accommodate new risks?
Industry experts discuss the ways in which broker schemes are innovating to cover new risks, such as SMEs, e-scooters and short term rental accommodation
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NewsGovernment committee proposes time limited insurance scheme to prevent live event ‘lost summer’
DCMS committee says ‘the government must act now’ as there is ‘no more room for excuses’
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NewsTemporary trade credit reinsurance scheme to close
Outgoing ABI director general says the scheme is an ‘excellent example’ of how the government and the insurance industry can work together
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FeaturesIn Focus: Hard market and Covid-19 brings brokers more schemes opportunities
Fallout from the Covid-19 pandemic has pushed schemes for SMEs up the agenda, with ’brokers looking at this closer than ever’
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NewsEmployment claims influx ahead following furlough scheme closure – ARAG
Rates in the employers practices liability insurance market were hardening prior to the pandemic – some non-specialist providers had already withdrawn
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NewsNew SchemeServe Network could double brokers’ GWP from schemes
The new network is supported by a panel of seven insurers that specialise in schemes, including AXA and Hiscox
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FeaturesWhat are the most profitable schemes and growth opportunities for brokers?
Although not tipped as the best performing scheme year-on-year, contractors all risks cover represents a ‘market opportunity for brokers’ as the UK exits lockdown
