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Underwriting
Increasing transparency and engagement at renewal in general insurance markets
We have had concerns about poor consumer outcomes arising from pricing practices at the point of renewal in general insurance. This policy statement reports on the main issues arising from consultation paper 15/41, 'Increasing transparency and engagement at renewal in general insurance markets'.
ABI response to proposals to support advanced driver assistance systems and automated vehicle technologies
Responding to the Department for Transport’s consultation on how to support developing automated vehicle technologies, this joint paper from the Association of British Insurers (ABI) and industry body Thatcham Research, provides feedback on the DFT’s consultation.
ABI guide to resistant and resilient repair after flood
If you or your clients have suffered a flood you will know how devastating and distressing it is. This guide provides advice on flood resistant measures, how to minimise the impact of flooding and the value of resilient repair products.
The problem with pets
Almost four million cats and dogs are insured in the UK but a significant number of pet owners are leaving their pets uncovered. This article sheds light on how the industry can increase penetration and educate pet owners about the benefits offered by policies.
Motor passenger drones: Look to the skies
The airspace above our cities could be the roadway of the future, but what will insurance look like in times to come? And what kind of policy would cover flying taxi cabs – motor or aviation? Post's article investigates.
Making human intervention smart: Can man and machine ever work in perfect harmony?
Where does the successful adoption of electronic trading within insurance leave the trading relationship between underwriter and broker? This article highlights why new technology complements traditional methods and the importance of making any human intervention as smart as possible to add value.
Taking contaminated land out of the equation
When it comes to the clean-up of contaminated land, responsibility can often sit with the owner of the land or even the occupier of the site. This article highlights the value of contaminated land insurance and the options for purchasers if a search identifies a potential contamination issue.
Roundtable: Autonomous driving systems need standards
Can insurers keep up with the pace of change powered by Advanced Driver Assistance Systems – especially when it comes to repairs? Post, in association with Autoglass, hosted an industry roundtable to find out. Download this article for a summary of the discussion.
Roundtable: Motor Insurance World - How to grow telematics
Post’s first Motor Insurance World conference hosted a VIP roundtable, debating how insurers can grow telematics propositions in the UK and help motor insurance shed its distress purchase tag.
Video: ADAS explained
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, which support many different safety features such as autonomous braking and lane departure warnings to reduce the risk of collisions, are now a standard feature in many new cars. Download this video to find out more about the main features of ADAS.