March 25, 2019
First Central Insurance & Technology Group welcomes new CEO
We're thrilled to announce that Michael Lee, former Managing Director of the Hastings Insurer Services Division, is our new Group Chief Executive Officer.
Read MoreMarch 12, 2019
Ideathons help create digital innovators of the future
Together with the Digital Greenhouse, we’re running a series of ‘ideathons’ to provide young people with the opportunity to develop their digital and problem-solving skills.
Read MoreFebruary 18, 2019
1ST CENTRAL announces renewal of Sussex Cricket sponsorship
Our insurance broker, 1ST CENTRAL, has extended its sponsorship agreements with Sussex Cricket for a further three years.
Read MoreJanuary 18, 2019
Empowering young people to become role models
A group of volunteers attended a conference to help equip young people with the necessary skills to become positive role models, as part of our involvement in the Be the Change programme.
Read MoreJanuary 11, 2019
CIO attends roundtable discussion about the legacy of the back office
Our Chief Information Officer, John Davison, joined industry leaders at a recent Insurance Post roundtable to discuss whether insurers feel held back by legacy ‘back office’ systems.
Read MoreJanuary 9, 2019
Reflecting on 2018
As we step into a new year, it’s a great time to reflect on what we achieved in 2018. Simon Walker looks back on a challenging but rewarding first year as Group CEO of First Central.
Read MoreJanuary 2, 2019
Predictions for 2019
As we enter a new year, Chief Information Officer, John Davison, talks to CIO UK about the biggest trends set to make an impact in 2019.
Read MoreDecember 21, 2018
Helping others this Christmas
We've been busy spreading the festive cheer in the local communities where we work to help people in need this Christmas.
Read MoreDecember 13, 2018
10th anniversary heralds new brand identity for First Central
We’re delighted to announce a new brand identity for the business - First Central Insurance & Technology Group.
Read MoreDecember 7, 2018
1ST CENTRAL awarded for ‘Excellence in Technology’ at the Insurance Times Awards
Our insurance broker 1ST CENTRAL won the ‘Gold’ accolade for ‘Excellence in Technology’ at the Insurance Times Awards.
Read MoreOctober 30, 2018
1ST CENTRAL named Insurance Provider of the Year at MoneyAge Awards
We’re proud to announce that our UK broker, 1ST CENTRAL, has been named Insurance Provider of the Year at the 2018 MoneyAge Awards for the second year running.
Read MoreOctober 30, 2018
A positive budget for motorists
Andy James, Chief Commercial Officer, applauds the moves made in this year’s budget to ensure that UK drivers are safer and better off.
Read MoreOctober 16, 2018
Accelerating towards a fairer future
Our Chief Claims Officer Jonathan Guy talks to Claims Magazine about the Civil Liability Bill and how insurers will need to pass on the savings to consumers in order to remain competitive.
Read MoreOctober 5, 2018
How data science and AI are transforming the insurance industry
Chief Information Officer, John Davison, shares his views with CIO UK about emerging data science techniques to augment traditional forms of risk assessment.
Read MoreOctober 2, 2018
Myth-busting the dangers of a ‘big data algocracy’
John Davison, Chief Information Officer, talks to Data IQ about the myths surrounding the dangers of a 'big data algocracy'.
Read MoreSeptember 28, 2018
How big data eliminated segmentation
Chief Underwriting Officer Stuart MacIntyre talks to Insurance Post about how big data has removed the concept of niche insurance and how policyholders will benefit in the long run.
Read MoreSeptember 7, 2018
Digital Innovator course to enhance on-island skill set
Following the success of a pilot course, we’ve teamed up with the Digital Greenhouse to run a Digital Innovator Programme for young people.
Read MoreSeptember 3, 2018
Putting the brakes on the Civil Liability Bill
Jonathan Guy, Chief Claims Officer, shares his views on the Civil Liability Bill with Claims Media.
Read MoreAugust 14, 2018
Tour de Sez riders get ready for the start line
The largest Tour de Sez ever is now just a few weeks away with riders making final preparations for the 700 mile charity bike ride.
Read MoreJuly 30, 2018
Why cyber security and software coding quality should be taken more seriously
Simon Walker, Chief Executive Officer, shares his opinion on cyber security and the quality of software coding with SC Magazine.
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