Alex Croydon
Is Climate Change Causing a Huge Surge in UK Subsidence Claims?
Last year’s surge in subsidence claims are a harsh reminder of just how damaging the effects of hot weather can be.
Five ways UK commercial property data is becoming more sophisticated
Increasing employee diversity can support the public perception of an insurance company, the pride of its workforce, and the growth of its customer base.
UK heatwave: Could record-breaking temps spell more subsidence claims?
While the UK faces exceptionally high temperatures, prolonged periods of hot and dry weather could increase the risk of subsidence.
Following Storm Eunice, do you know your insured property exposure?
Unusual storms serve as a reminder that claims history alone won't always provide a complete view of exposure.
Oversimplifying contents cover creates challenges for home insurers
Knowing how much contents cover is appropriate in a home policy is a challenging endeavour for both insurers and their customers.
How can UK insurers obtain meaningful ADAS data?
Motor insurers may struggle to process the data around existing ADAS features in a vehicle and turn it into useful underwriting information.
How can home and motor insurers adapt to looming FCA reforms?
The upcoming reforms have caused many insurers to re-evaluate their approaches to pricing home and motor policies.
Beast from the East or just a cold spell? Insurers brace for freezing weather claims
As wintry weather sweeps across the UK, many insurers are cognisant that another potential 'Beast from the East' could lead to a surge in extreme cold weather claims.
Geodemographic segmentation in insurance paves way for better customer engagement
Geodemographic segmentation gains traction as a way for insurers to identify groups that share similar characteristics for market analysis and decision-making.
Storms Ciara, Dennis, and Jorge reinforce need for robust models
With storms Ciara, Dennis, and Jorge all contributing to the wettest February on record, it’s time for insurers to test whether their perils models are fit for purpose.
Five ways UK property underwriters can suffer from premium leakage
Learn common ways underwriters might suffer from inaccurate rates, higher loss ratios or unexpected claims costs due to missing or misstated underwriting information.
Freezing weather and burst pipe claims: Are insurers prepared for another ‘Beast from the East’?
UK insurers saw a significant spike in escape of water and weather-related claims during Q1 2018 when Anticyclone Hartmut struck Great Britain and Ireland.