Fully Covered

In this episode, I am joined by Gary Staken from Finalyse, who shares his expert perspective on the significant milestones that have shaped the insurance regulatory landscape in Ireland. Gary takes us on a journey through the key regulatory developments, offering a detailed look at how the industry has evolved over time and what these changes mean for insurers and consumers today. Whether you're in the insurance sector or just curious about how regulation impacts the industry, this conversation provides valuable insights into the past, present, and future of Ireland's insurance regulations.

Join us for a deep dive into the 2025 reinsurance renewal season, where we analyse the key factors shaping the market, including pricing trends, capacity challenges, and evolving underwriting strategies. Whether you're a broker, underwriter, or industry observer, this episode will provide valuable perspectives on navigating the complexities of the renewal period.

In this episode, Rosalind shares an insightful overview of the Injuries Resolution Board, covering its origins, purpose, and organisational structure. She delves into the Board's objectives and offers invaluable perspectives on its impact within the claims environment. So, grab a cuppa, settle in, and enjoy this engaging conversation!

Fully Covered had the privilege of interviewing guest speakers and sponsors live at the European Insurance Forum, held at Dublin Castle on 17th October. In Part 2 of the podcast, we feature interviews with several keynote speakers as we delve deeper into the theme, "Insuring a World in Transition." So, grab a cuppa and enjoy! Next years forum will be hold on Thursday 16th October 2025.

Fully Covered had the pleasure of interviewing guest speakers and sponsors live from the European Insurance Forum at Dublin Castle on 17th October. This year's theme, "Insuring a World in Transition," sparked insightful discussions on the future of insurance. So, grab a cuppa, sit back, and enjoy the episode! Don't forget to like and share wherever you listen to podcasts.

The Central Bank and other international regulators have been prioritising 'individual accountability' for several years. The introduction of a 'Senior Executive Accountability Regime' ('SEAR') in Ireland is a significant step in that development. In this episode Stephen D'Ardis from Arthur Cox provides very valuable insights into the impact of IAF/SEAR on D&O Insurance and provides some sound advice as to what firms should do to ensure their D&O remains appropriate considering the recent changes.

In the latest episode of Fully Covered, Sharon Donnery, the Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Ireland, shared some excellent insights into the role of the Central Bank, the current macroeconomic environment, challenges in the Irish insurance sector, and the Regulatory and Supervisory priorities for the Central Bank in 2024. Thank you, Sharon, for the enlightening conversation! #CentralBankOfIreland #InsuranceSector #RegulatoryPriorities #FullyCovered I would also like to thank Arthur Cox for their support and sponsorship of this episode. Arthur Cox is an “all-island” firm with offices in Dublin and Belfast and their practice encompasses all aspects of corporate and business law.

This episode sees the return of Paddy Ryan where we delve into the intricate world of the year end 2023 reinsurance renewal. The 2022 renewal was called ‘chaotic' by most but normality seems to have returned and dare I say it, confidence is back. Paddys charisma and expertise is second to none so don't miss out on this really informative episode. Please like and share wherever you get your podcasts. 

Would you like to understand more about the Central Bank of Irelands Insurance Directorate and its priorities for 2024? Then please look no further! My first guest of 2024 is Domhnall Cullinan, the Director of Insurance Supervision in the CBI. We discussed the structure of the Insurance Directorate, the PRISM model, the challenges in the sector, the CBI's priorities for 2024 and much more! Please like and subscribe, wherever you get your podcasts and as always thank you for the continued support! I have some amazing guests lined up for 2024

If you are in business or in a profession where you advise others, you may find yourself exposed to claims for breach of your professional duty of care. That's where professional indemnity insurance comes in. This episode features an expert in all things professional indemnity related, Mr John Cayton of Caytons Law. John provides a fantastic overview of what PI insurance is including the cover it provides, the claims process, some background to the underwriting process and John provides some excellent examples of how getting the wording right is so important. Grab yourself a cuppa and enjoy the episode and please don't forget to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

This months guest, Minister MacNeill has been an excellent advocate for the insurance sector in Ireland. During this podcast, the Minister talked through her role as Minister with responsibility for Financial services, credit unions and insurance, her engagement with insures in Ireland, recent reforms in the sector and much more. Please like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Tom Donlon for the latest episode of Fully Covered. Tom's enthusiasm for insurance is infectious, his expertise in the subject is second to none and his charisma and calmness makes him the perfect podcast guest. Tom discussed the evolving role of an Actuary in Insurance, the current challenges in reserving, the reputational challenges the Irish insurance market has and much more. Please like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

The latest episode features Moyagh Murdoch, CEO of Insurance Ireland. Insurance Ireland is the representative organisation for the insurance sector in Ireland with its members representing around 95% of the companies operating in the Irish market. Moyagh and I had a fascinating discussion about the services Insurance Ireland provides and its new 5 year strategy. We also discussed some of the hot topics in the market at the moment including the lack of competition in certain sectors, attracting talent into the industry and much more.

Todays guest is Declan O'Rourke, CEO of Aviva Ireland GI. It was great chatting to Declan to understand more about Aviva Ireland GI- the lines of business, the areas of growth, recent performance and the drivers of that performance, digitalisation and much more. Declan also provided some great insight into the key challenges in the Irish market, including the impact of the recent reforms in personal injury claims, attracting staff into the market and the lack of competition in certain sectors.   Grab yourself a cuppa and enjoy the episode!

In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Suzanne Feeney who is the country manager of Robert Walters in Ireland. It's a tough market out there at the moment for Insurers to find the right candidate so it was great to discuss the challenges that insurers face when recruiting, the impact that COVID has had on recruitment and the importance of staff retention in this tough market. Suzanne also provides some great tips for firms hiring and also for candidates themselves to ensure that roles are filled by the most suitable people. I hope you enjoy and please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.  

On this episode, Emma Leonard sits down with Fiona Muldoon, to discuss her long and impressive career, with roles in the XL group, the Central Bank of Ireland, FBD Holdings and FBD Insurance, Bank of Ireland, New Ireland Assurance, and Beazley.

I am delighted that today's guest is Paddy Ryan who was recently appointed as MD of Gallagher Re Ireland. In this episode, Paddy provides some really interesting insights into the background of Gallagher Re, the reinsurance market in Ireland, the challenges of the recent 1/1 reinsurance renewal, and much more. Please enjoy the episode!

Todays guest is Minister Pascal Donohoe. We discuss various topics including the economy, the size of the insurance market in Ireland, recent insurance reforms, the regulatory landscape, climate change and cyber risk.  

Welcome to Fully Covered, a new insurance podcast hosted by Emma Leonard, where industry leaders give their invaluable insight into hot topics in the Irish insurance market.