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Room for expansion.

The majority of commercial insureds do not pay their premiums in instalments. David Fanning asks why.

Credit control.

While most business understand the need to insure their property and liabilities, few appreciate the importance of protecting against trade debts. Simon Threadgold reports.

A break from the Norm.

Norman is dropping its name in favour of that of its parent in an effort to boost its image. The company is also boosting its broker service and venturing into the world of e-commerce, Norman's chief executive Garry Fearn tells Tim Collison.

Underwriters in MBO.

The underwriters of marine facilities Yachtline and Marineline have teamed up to buy the two busines...

Appointment at Miller.

Miller's board has been restructured, with Mike Mahoney, the current deputy chairman, becoming non-e...

RSA quotes go nationwide.

Royal & SunAlliance UK Commercial's Enterprise service has been rolled out on a nationwide basis. Th...

BIBA tackles professionalism.

This month's BIBA conference will take as its starting point the issue of professional status. This is close to the heart of many brokers in the current move towards the new Chartered Insurance Broker title, says Tim Collison.

Trading standards.

Insurers tend to offer similar cover for commercial trades, however, they differ in their attitudes to policy limits and willingness to cover high-risk trades, says Steve Banner.

GISC reviews proposals.

The General Standard Council's announcement that it has revised its regulatory proposals is welcome news - particularly for smaller brokers and intermediaries. Tim Collison reports.

Out of the dog house.

The government's new Passports for Pets initiative could give the flagging pet insurance market the boost it badly needs, as pets will now have to have travel insurance cover similar to that of their owners, says Shona Cronin.

Cream of the crop.

John Lawson, managing director of the Creamer Group, attributes the broker's success to its ability to offer specialist cover while maintaining a diverse client base. He talks to Shona Cronin.

Trouble at mill.

With the expansion of employee rights under the Labour government, businesses are more exposed than ever before to action by staff who believe they have been unfairly treated. Simon Threadgold reports.

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