Thu, 27th Feb 2025

In this week's Financial Services Online podcast, Paige Estritori examines the Coalition's pledge to cut capital and compliance costs in Australia's insurance sector in efforts to better consumer access and investment allure. Angus Taylor advocates for optimizing the Prudential Regulation Authority's capital rules to fortify both financial stability and attract investment. The podcast also highlights the NSW government's proposed ban on claims farming, considered insufficient by the Insurance Council of Australia due to its lack of coverage for third-party insurance and worker's compensation. Lastly, the Insurance Council of Australia urges the federal and state governments to allocate $30.15 billion to a flood defence fund over a decade. The fund aims to strengthen flood infrastructure, reduce high insurance premiums and increase financial resilience against natural disasters.n