Archive

  • Speed becomes vital in cyber attack responses

    01 October 2015

    In part 2 of this feature on cyber attack and the EU's data breach law, Asa Gibson reports on how insurers are responding to the threat

  • Insurers demand action on climate change

    01 October 2015

    Fifteen insurance chiefs call for "urgent action" in letter to the governor of the Bank of England

  • Ageas at odds with regulator over 0% charge for regional government bonds

    30 September 2015

    FSMA tells insurer to treat securities as corporate bond under the standard formula

  • Guide to senior insurance managers regime launched

    18 September 2015

    Law firm Cooley and IRLA publish notes on UK regime

  • ESRB locks horns with Eiopa over Solvency II UFR

    04 August 2015

    The ultimate forward rate has been one of Solvency II's least contentious elements – until now. The European Systemic Risk Board is pushing for a revision that could have a dramatic effect on insurers' solvency. Hugo Coelho reports

  • Mutuals find a new path to share capital

    09 July 2015

    The UK's mutual insurers are eagerly awaiting the outcome of negotiations on legislation that could help lead a revival of the sector. Asa Gibson reports

  • Prudence is key to avoid cyber market perils

    12 June 2015

    Success in cyber market demands risk-averse underwriting, says S&P

  • Lloyds CRO leads jump into bulk annuities

    06 May 2015

    New chief actuary also appointed

  • Morgan Stanley downgrades European insurance sector

    24 April 2015

    Concerns grow about impact of low bond yields

  • Bermuda 'fills gaps' in Solvency II equivalence bid

    08 April 2015

    Regulators consult on amendments to standard formula and enhanced disclosure and outsourcing requirements