Articles by Judith Ugwumadu
Industry divided over commission disclosure
Brokers call for “ultra-transparency” as ABI questions current market approaches
IFED to target ghost brokers in Scotland
IFED will visit addresses targeted by fraudsters to get cheap motor insurance.
Finch sees profit triple
Broker posts significant growth in 2015.
Market welcomes Compass MBO
Members and experts say new independence is positive and John Lincoln says it will help Compass grow.
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James Hallam opens Birmingham office
The London-based broker is expanding its national footprint.
Henderson buys Branch Insurance
Henderson strikes second deal of 2016.
No takeover approach received, says Esure
Fresh speculation was sparked that company had been circled by private equity firms and overseas insurers.
CII launches career site for ex-service personnel
New microsite is dedicated to helping ex-forces transition and explore a career in risk and insurance.
SEIB looks to grow through buying
SEIB says it is poised for both organic and inorganic growth.
SEIB reports drop in operating profit and revenue for 2015
Broker states it is better placed for a strong performance in 2016.
Coleman awarded chartered status
Broker says award demonstrates commitment to professionalism.
AIG and Ascot Underwriting to launch MGA
Insurer AIG Europe sets up Azur Underwriting with Ascot Underwriting and other partners.
Brightside to cut 50 jobs
Broker set to make changes to its non-customer-facing functions, including IT, marketing and finance.
Bluefin settles with Bruce, GRP and Thornton
Case against two more defendants scheduled to continue tomorrow.
Arc Legal launches cyber product for SMEs
Cyber Recovery product launched to help SME clients with £5m or less turnover.
MGA Ascent to target cyber risks
Ascent Underwriting has unveiled an enhanced cyber risk protection product for UK brokers’ commercial clients.
Hiscox launches renovation and extension insurance product
The offering can be added to an existing policy while works are taking place.
Brexit will have no significant impact on business, says Aviva
The insurer insists its capital position is "resilient to market stress".
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Market takes stock of Brexit vote
Calm called for as insurers insist it will be "business as usual" and Biba pledges to represent brokers in Brexit negotiations.
Brexit: Losing passporting rights could force insurers to restructure
The loss of these rights could see insurers being forced to restructure and face large operational, regulatory and tax costs as they adapt to such a change.
Business as usual, say insurers after Brexit vote
The ABI stresses the importance of "ensuring the UK remains a globally competitive place to do business".
Aon enhances PI underwriting via Maven facility
Maven, Aon's specialist MGA, to offer up to £5m PI policy limits through regional brokers.