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FCA admits "mistake" after it accidentally shared private complainant data

The names, addresses, and telephone numbers of certain FCA complainants were publicly available between November 2019 and February 2020.




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FCA under attack for "comprehensively and scandalously" failing consumers

Regulator rejects claims from Gina Miller's True and Fair Campaign, stating they contain “numerous inaccuracies", as campaigners call on the Chancellor of the Exchequer to review Andrew Bailey's appointment as governor of the Bank of England.




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Biba takes action on FCA coronavirus warning

The trade body has pledged to support members as the regulator insists all firms must have contingency plans in place to deal with major issues such as Covid-19.




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Eldon signals fresh appeal after ICO fine tribunal throws out case

The broker, now called Somerset Bridge, is set to launch another appeal against the £60,000 data fine.




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FCA aligns focus to prevent sexual harassment in workplace

Regulator also says it wants to make diversity and inclusion the norm as it seeks to embed "purposeful culture" into companies.




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Covid-19: FCA calls on insurers to treat customers fairly during crisis

Regulator sets out expectations amid coronavirus for travel, motor and home insurance, product suspensions and renewals as it highlights the important role of the broker in helping vulnerable customers.




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FCA to hit brokers with 3% rise in fees

Regulator also wants to increase the authorisation application fee for brokers from £1,500 to £2,500.




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FCA warns of Tasker and QIC Europe clone

Regulator said fraudsters had used the details of authorised firms Tasker Insurance Brokers and QIC Europe to attempt to scam customers.




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Premium finance not affected by FCA relief measures, says Biba

Trade body said it lobbied the regulator to exclude premium finance arrangements as payment deferrals would have left many brokers at greater risk.




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FCA data reveals complaints numbers soared in H2 2019

Regulator reports 75% increase in PPI complaints ahead of 29 August 2019 deadline.




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Covid-19: Industry welcomes "firm and pragmatic" FCA message on BI claims

Sector responds to the regulator's Dear CEO letter calling on insurers to pay valid claims quickly.




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Management: Relocation, relocation, relocation

How can businesses handle relocation with their employees? Peter Done explains how to orchestrate a successful office move




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Charles Randell to replace John Griffith-Jones as chair of the FCA

Randell to take up role on 1 April.




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Video: GDPR – Marketing: what brokers can and can’t do

In the second of a three part series our experts tackle marketing under the new GDPR rules from phone calls and emails to the post.




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Blog: Does your board meet FCA standards?

Gary Dixon, of the Association of Independent Non Executive Directors, highlights why it is time to talk about the independent NED gap.




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Candles, craft, coffee and cover - how one broker is mixing it up to make a mark

Dr John Mitchell speaks to Jonathan Swift about his venture Wessex Business Services, an insurance broker – although not in name - with quite a few interesting side lines from scented candles to hot desking spaces.




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In Person: Simon Cooter and Carolyn Callan, Covéa

On the 1st May Simon Cooter effectively handed over the commercial and high net worth director baton at Covéa to Carolyn Callan and became in his words ‘minister without portfolio’. At last week’s British Insurance Brokers’ Association Conference Jonathan Swift sat down with both to discuss the insurer’s journey from an also-ran to profitable and growing presence in the mid-corporate and SME market.




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Aviva takes Erica Arnold from Zurich for COO position

She replaces Nick Amin who is set to move from his role as group chief operations and IT officer to supporting work on the firm’s strategic review in Asia.




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Guy Carpenter boss fired over sexually suggestive email - reports

As well as this employment change two of the VP’s colleagues have faced severe internal penalties.




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News analysis: Why do brokers need to care about the FCA focus on D&I?

A recent letter from the regulator could indicate that it wants to widen its remit to include diversity and inclusion. Should brokers be worried? Martin Friel reports.




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Blog: How flood prevention technology can impact claims management

Jonathan Jackson, CEO at flood forecasting InsurTech Previsico, explains how new technologies can change the industry's approach to flood claims.




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FCA sounds alarm over Brexit, misconduct, and data usage

The regulator examined several areas of potential harm in its annual review of the general insurance sector.




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Covid-19: Insurtech UK calls on Chancellor for start-up support

The insurtech body has signed an open letter seeking additional support for start-ups from the government, as well as warning insurers against turning away from insurtech partners.




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Covid-19: Niall Barton calls on insurers to support insurtechs

The Insurtech UK chairman and Wrisk executive chairman said the “mini meteorite” of Covid-19 has put insurtechs at risk of underfunding.




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The roads least taken in America

These highways pass by beautiful landscapes but aren't frequented by many travelers.




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London mulls car-free days to curb air pollution

Despite resistance to a permanent car ban on Oxford Street, London mayor Sadiq Kahn is pushing for car-free days across the capital city.




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How to reduce your carbon footprint from flying

If you can't avoid flying, you can reduce or eliminate your carbon footprint when you do.




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Why can't we solve the modern traffic jam?

With more cars on the road and few infrastructure projects to ease congestion, traffic jams are just getting more epic.




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Making the case for the electric school bus

It's time to turn emissions-spewing yellow buses green.




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10 streets that helped shape America

From parkways to pedestrian malls, PBS takes the wheel for a tour of the nation's most influential streets in a new episode of the "10 That Changed" series.




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Cars are engineered to put us to sleep

Researchers find car vibrations make even the most alert people drowsy.




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How older Americans got stuck in the suburbs

This didn't just happen; the creation of the suburbs and interstate highways were the direct result of a Cold War defense policy.




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What would your city be like without cars? This city tried it

The Spanish city of Pontevedra takes car-free to the next level by converting 75 acres into a pedestrian-only zone.




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How biofuels can help struggling airlines

Airlines are bracing for a fuel price increase and looking to biofuels as a short- and long-term solution to unpredictable oil markets.




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In Istanbul, your recyclables can reduce your subway fare

Istanbul, Turkey, is the latest city to adopt a novel recycling idea that allows public transit riders to pay part of their fare through recycling bottles.




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Why Oslo is saying no to cars in its city center

Pedestrians and cyclists will soon rule the streets in the Norwegian capital's downtown core.




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Costa Rica poised to become world's first fossil fuel-free country

While the Central American country of Costa Rica is the king of clean electricity, it has some serious work to do when it comes to transportation.




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Why you should always stand, not pass others, on the escalator

It's way more efficient, not to mention more polite, for everyone.




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NAPA Breaks Guinness Record of Most Cars Washed in 8 Hours

Auto Parts store locations join forces with community partners to wash 7,197 cars.




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The Love of a Car is a Love Like No Other

Through rugged adventures, family road trips and daring expeditions, your car is there, helping you make memories.




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Electric cars are quiet. Maybe too quiet.

Automakers are devising unique sounds to let the blind and other pedestrians know that EVs are approaching. Now the EU requires it on new vehicles.




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Which is better: Car wash or DIY?

Commercial car washes have advantages over doing it in your driveway.




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When it comes to aging in place, self-driving cars won't save us

A new study finds that older people react a lot more slowly when they take back control of an autonomous vehicle.




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What's the best car for older drivers?

Just about everyone recommends a big gasoline-powered SUV for seniors. This will not end well.




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How to Survive the Car Line at Your Child’s School

Navigating the unpleasant process of picking up and dropping off your kid requires a little creativity – and a lot of patience.




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A Career Boost and a Clear Path, with NAPA’s Apprenticeship Program

Mason Pavlides is the second apprentice to join the program, which offers mentoring, tools, online training and more.




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A Path to a Great Career, with a NAPA Apprenticeship Program

Learn how the accredited, paid technician program could help you set your career in motion.




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Match the car enthusiast to their car

From modern luxury gems to classic conversation starters, see if you can match the celebrity to the car they own.




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How to disinfect a car interior

During the global coronavirus pandemic, your vehicle can be a haven for germs. Here's how to clean it safely and effectively.




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MHI Increases Capital in Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation

Tokyo, October 31, 2018 - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) has decided to increase the capitalization of Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation (Mitsubishi Aircraft), a wholly owned MHI Group company, as it nears the first delivery of the Mitsubishi Regional Jet (MRJ), the industry's only clean sheet regional aircraft.