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Partners& boss highlights advice-led focus after Kudos buy
CEO Phil Barton reveals how the recent Kudos deal came about and discusses how the purchase of a loss adjuster will enhance the broker's client proposition.
JM Glendinning targets further growth after Bickley buy
Group CEO Nick Houghton discusses how the Bickley deal came about and reveals plans to acquire 10 to 15 more businesses in the next three to five years.
Travel broker Staysure buys Rock Insurance Group
Rock will continue to be managed as a standalone business under the leadership of MD Antony Martin.
Biba reports a 36% turnover slump due to Covid-19
The trade body was forced to cancel its conference last year and make redundancies but said that due to managing funds “cautiously” it was able to return a small surplus.
Acturis posts revenue rise for 2020
The software house also revealed an increase in operating profit for the year.
Client money rules 'too complicated to understand', say compliance experts
Specialists have discussed the issues surrounding client money handling, highlighting what the Financial Conduct Authority and brokers ought to do in order to avoid non-compliance.
FCA warns of Beagle Insurance clone
The watchdog said scammers were using the details of an authorised firm to defraud customers.
Police in nationwide ghost broking crackdown
Seven people were arrested following the operation by City of London Police.
Interview: Focus on service
Simon Drew and Mark Wilding lift the lid on why they left Marsh Commercial to form a new venture supported by TL Dallas.
Aston Lark adds wholesale specialist to portfolio
The broker bought London-based ES Risks for an undisclosed sum.
Biba launches home insurance scheme
Biba has stated that the scheme offers comprehensive cover, including unlimited buildings cover and £80,000 of contents cover with a single unspecified item limit of £5,000.
Brokers ordered to review client money arrangements
The Financial Conduct Authority has written to intermediaries to remind them it will fine businesses if misconduct occurs as it highlights key failings.
Gary Duggan named Tesco Underwriting interim CEO
He replaces Steve Kingshott, who has taken on the Saga CEO position that Duggan vacated in 2020.
Mental health in insurance toolkit
The hidden health pandemic in insurance: Insurance Age has teamed up with Mental Health In Business to bring the broker space a clear set of advice about maintaining good mental health amid a time of stress and uncertainty
Headline makers - July 2021
The hottest stories on www.insuranceage.co.uk, the month in numbers and quotes from the biggest news stories of the month
Castle Insurance Services buys Seaham-based broker
MD Paul Younger says Castle has further deals in the pipeline as it targets £10m in GWP.
JM Glendinning parent buys first broker in the South
Bickley Insurance, which is based in Surrey, has been purchased for an undisclosed sum.
Blog: M&A insurance offers brokers growing opportunities in SME
Brokers should consider how many businesses are bought and sold each year as the SME deal insurance space is valued at £1.5bn per year.
In-depth - SMEs: The expectation gap
The pandemic has changed the way many businesses percieve insurance, but, as Sam Barrett reports, brokers are ideally placed to help SMEs get the right covers in place going forward
Covid prompts rise in broker demand for digital training
Axa's Ken Wright discusses the challenges brought on by remote working and how brokers can adapt to a digital environment.
In-depth - SMEs: All change for small businesses
With retailers turning from physical shops to online sales and the hospitality sector focusing on deliveries and outdoor dining, Sam Barrett looks at how insurance needs have changed in the pandemic
People Moves: 28 June- 2 July
Stay up-to-date with the latest job changes in the world of insurance.
The Blog Spot: An exciting return to local focus
Following reports of a rise in the number of start-up brokers, Ida Axling says it is great to see that the entrepreneurial spirit remains strong in the broking sector.
More acquisitions in the pipeline after Jensten closes largest deal to date
CEO Alistair Hardie discusses Jensten's acquisition strategy and why Tasker "fits the bill" for what the business is looking for.