Articles by Judith Ugwumadu
Swinton goes live on CDL
Broker appointed new software supplier in February.
Fidelius Insurance Services rebrands as Isca Barum Insurance Brokers
Name change will take effect on 3 October.
Big Data could lead to insurers charging customers more, says FCA
Watchdog decides against launching a full market study.
#insagepeople 19 - 25 September
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Broking Break: Your top five of the week
The ongoing suffering of SSP users dominated the market news for another week. The issue almost pulled off a clean sweep of the top 5 most read but readers were also interested in the broker who pleaded guilty to stealing £273,000 from his former firm.
Asta completes development deal of new MGA
The new business is OverArk, an MGA which will offer risk led property and casualty insurance cover to UK-based organisations.
Biba to host talks to navigate SSP issues
Biba is looking to hold a meeting as soon as possible to discuss disaster recovery and next steps for member agreements with SSP.
Aviva poll calls for whiplash reform
The reform, which was initially announced in last November's Autumn Statement, could end cash compensation for minor, short-term injuries and limit lawyers.
Brokers exploring avenues for SSP compensation
An SSP spokesperson acknowledges reports of a further outage this morning impacting some customers.
Document details Acturis' power outage and response
Software house said it was disappointed by the outage, restored service within two hours and has increased the number of back-up generators.
Renewal rules add to burden on brokers
Change will be introduced as the market adjusts to Insurance Act and IPT increase
SSP tries to restore service in alternate site
Software house said it was focusing on completing the unpacking of data as quickly as possible.
#Insagepeople: 05 September - 11 September 2016
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In-depth - commercial lines: SMEs’ underinsurance problem
Many SME owners buy business insurance like they would car or contents insurance, but there are opportunities for brokers who explain the importance of avoiding underinsurance
Insurers rally to support SSP brokers
Providers and wider industry confirm backing for troubled brokers affected by the outage.
Brokers must face up to Brexit risks, says law firm
DAC Beachcroft warns brokers not to focus on Brexit only at the expense of other challenges.
Brokers must increase due diligence following SSP saga, says expert
Brokers have been cautioned that moving to another technology provider would provide no "instant solution".
Brokers struggling following SSP outage
Outage will have long-term implications according to brokers as SSP admits on Wednesday morning that it is "unable to provide a further update".
Stanmore Nursery Scheme breaks £2m mark
Firm plans to increase the specialist nursery scheme and the commercial broking business over the next five years.
Direct Insurance opens Cheshire office
Firm aims to give brokers in the North and Scotland improved access to Lloyd's.
Jackson Lee signs partnership deal with Sompo Canopius
Working with Sompo Canopius also allows Jackson Lee the opportunity to develop schemes for broker partners.
Biba accountant jailed for fraud
Gurmukh Shehri was convicted of defrauding Biba of nearly £25,000 over three years.
Quizzical questions: 19 August 2016
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QBE highlights broker commission issue
Insurer saw a 58% drop in insurance profit for the first six months of the year to $81m.