European Regulation
76 whitepapers and resources
European Regulation
A perspective on General Data Protection Regulation
This whitepaper provides an overview of the General Data Protection Regulation, indicating why it was needed, when it comes into force, what it entails for the impacted companies and how such companies can go about defining and implementing their compliance strategy.
The impact of GDPR on the insurance industry and the fight against fraud
This article aims to explain how the GDPR will impact on the insurance industry and the key challenges in fighting fraud once the regime comes into force in May 2018. The article sheds light on key industry concerns in relation to counter fraud data and the increasing value of ID verification.
How confident are insurance brokers in the current climate?
This Marker Barometer examines the attitudes of brokers to business confidence and legal expenses insurance. Topics covered include: business expectations of UK brokers; the impact of Brexit; broker perceptions of the significance of GDPR; communicating the legal expenses insurance proposition.
The case for covering D&O in a global program
Expanding overseas adds a new dimension to a company’s risk landscape as companies need to comply with a diverse array of laws and regulations. This article sheds light on regional differences in corporate governance requirements and highlights the case for covering D&O in a global program.
The impact of Brexit on the insurance industry
Since the referendum on 23 June 2016, there has been a lot of uncertainty, but for the UK's insurance industry the shockwaves are likely to be felt for some time. In this whitepaper, Neil Clutterbuck, CUO at Allianz, considers the impact of Brexit upon the insurance industry.
Guidewire InsuranceSuite™ approach to the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
This white paper outlines the key requirements in the GDPR that apply to insurers using Guidewire InsuranceSuite™, and discusses how Guidewire will enable customers to meet those requirements when using Guidewire products.
How can businesses prepare for Brexit?
Formal negotiations have begun to bring about the UK’s withdrawal from the European Union. Our latest roundtable event heard businesses’ concerns over Brexit and offered helpful guidance. This article looks at what the roundtable revealed about how you can prepare for the potential impact of Brexit.
CII policy briefing: Insurance Distribution Directive
Coming into force in January 2018, the Insurance Distribution Directive introduces a new requirement for those staff that sell, advise on and transact insurance contracts for all types of insurance customers. This policy briefing provides a summary of the FCA implementation of the IDD.
Background to the Insurance Distribution Directive
The EU’s Insurance Distribution Directive is designed to make it easier for firms to trade cross-border, create a level playing field and strengthen policyholder protection. This article provides an overview of the IDD and the implications for parties involved in the insurance distribution chain.
Financial education in a digital age: Initiatives by the European insurance industry
Insurance Europe’s latest publication showcases the broad range of initiatives that the European insurance industry is engaged in to increase people’s financial literacy and their understanding of insurance.