Articles by Siân Barton
CNA appoints Bronson as chief exec in Europe
John Hennessy to become COO of CNA Canada.
Integro buys Stonehouse
Broker continues to focus on entertainment business.
Lockton appoints JLT specialists
Global insurances broker takes on three staff from JLT.
Underwriter joins Bluefin from Arista
Sian Rolfe joins to oversee and develop products.
FCA launches social media consultation
Watchdog to examine financial promotions on digital platforms.
L&G reports fall in profit
Profit drops to £28m due to Q1 weather hit but L&G describes results as “stable”.
Autonet appoints Doyle as head of trading
New recruit joins from Axa Commercial.
Gallagher appoints regional directors
Two roles created in Midlands to promote growth.
UK General launches holiday home product
Policy to protect holidaymakers from unsatisfactory or non-existent homes is “first ever”.
“Job losses” for RSA, claims report
RSA also expected to report more losses when results are published this week.
Benenden acquires Edinburgh broker
Keegan & Pennykid bought for undisclosed sum.
Direct Line sees GWP fall while profit grows
Provider said premium reduction reflected "disciplined underwriting".
Willis UK retail figures decline in second quarter
Company reports overall growth in Willis Insurance UK as “mid-single digit” fall in retail was offset by other units.
Carole Nash launches motorbike travel cover
Travel insurance designed for motorbike riders abroad.
Profits up for JLT
Broker giant reports £98.3m profit before tax in half yearly results.
Howden opens in Channel Islands
Henry Burton to lead Jersey-based operation.
Compass hits £550m GWP
Gallagher network division sees “host of new members”.
Axa’s Scottish branch completes management team
Senior sales and underwriting appointments finalise management.
Rural redesigns farm product
Farm Combined offering revamped following review.
Paul Donaldson joins Ryan Direct
Ex-RSA boss signs up at Ryan Direct Group as non-executive director.
Markerstudy acquires Supercover for £20m
Broker and claims administrator joins retail arm.
Hiscox moves away from Dual
Insurer reduced business with managing general agent but broker relationships remain on track.
Hiscox UK and Europe division posts half year growth
Premiums increase in UK and Europe to £309.4m but profits drop.
Let’s be clear
The insurance industry has found itself under attack again over transparency on costs and fees.