UK Politics and Government
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UK Politics and Government
Understanding IFRS 17 compliance: Overcoming the operational challenges
The insurance industry has undergone and continues to undergo a major transformation with the implementation of IFRS 17, the global standard for insurance contracts accounting. This blog breaks down why IFRS 17 was introduced, what’s changed, and what insurers must do to stay ahead.
What you need to know during free wills month
Free wills month provides people with a valuable opportunity to protect assets and take control of their financial future. Grace Hughes at ARAG Law, answers the key questions surrounding wills, such as when a will can be contested or changed.
Five key drivers shaping the insurance industry in 2025
The insurance industry is undergoing significant transformation in 2025, shaped by rapid technological innovations, shifting customer expectations, and increasingly complex risks. This content sheds light on five critical focus areas which many insurers are prioritising in order to thrive.
Employment law update
The upcoming changes to employment law in the UK for 2025 are set to bring significant transformations to the workplace and have far-reaching consequences for businesses. John McGrath from ARAG Law summarises the key areas for change and possible consequences for businesses to look out for.
Ensuring essential insurance satisfies the consumer
After the FOS stated it expected to receive an uptick in complaints from consumers who opted for cheaper car premiums without realising the impact this would have on the level of cover, this article examines how the differences between standard and essential policies are communicated.
What insurers should know about the FCA’s anti-greenwashing rule
This article explains how the Financial Conduct Authority’s new anti-greenwashing rule will, in the long term, mitigate the risk of claims brought in the insurance sector so long as providers review their communications.
FCA is banging its head against a wall on fair value
Following yet another thematic review where the Financial Conduct Authority says firms are unable to show fair value, and are even breaching rules, this article considers how the regulator could tackle poor conduct and if a commission cap could be on the cards.
How ‘Baby Reindeer’ and streaming services are affecting insurance
As the way we consume media changes, this article considers how the furore over Baby Reindeer, and changing nature of the content we watch has had an impact on insurance.
Video: How to meet the FCA’s expectations
In this Insurance Post top tips video, Michael Sicsic founder and managing partner of Sicsic Advisory, explains how insurers can articulate the way they make money to satisfy the Financial Conduct Authority.
What happens now on the OIC landscape post-Rabot?
After the Supreme Court rejected the insurer-led appeal against its decision on the first two cases of mixed-injury claims involving both whiplash and non-whiplash injuries, the Association of Consumer Support Organisations’ director Matthew Maxwell Scott asks: What's next?