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Industry warned of "bumpy ride" ahead after FCA confirms dual pricing ban
While insurance experts have welcomed the regulator's new rules on pricing, coming into force in January 2022, some warn that the reforms will present challenges for the sector.
Partners& targets £400m in GWP
Following its purchase of Town and Country, CEO Phil Barton tells Insurance Age about the broker's hub strategy, reveals plans for further growth and discusses how the pandemic has highlighted the need for brokers to provide better advice.
Colm Holmes "great fit" for Allianz as brokers praise outgoing boss Jon Dye
News of the management shake-up left brokers shocked and surprised, but experts say Holmes will be good for Allianz while they remain confident that Aviva boss Amanda Blanc will keep the ship steady despite recent exits.
FCA wraps up rules on dual pricing ban
The regulator has said that the new rules on pricing, auto-renewal and data reporting remedies come into effect on 1 January 2022.
Dive In calls for active allyship as it confirms dates for 2021 festival
The seventh edition of the global festival for diversity and inclusion will take place on 21-23 September.
Ardonagh to buy BGC's insurance business for $500m
The deal includes Ed Broking Group and Besso Insurance.
Pen Underwriting builds out D&O capacity
The Gallagher-owned MGA has appointed Neil Bowdrey as head of D&O.
A-Plan opens branch in Haywards Heath
The broker has said it plans to open four more branches in the next six months.
Biba extends PI contract with Griffiths & Armour
The broker will continue to deliver professional indemnity support to members for the next three years amid “challenging conditions”.
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Broker Insights adds seven insurers and 150 brokers to platform
The insurtech startup also reported doubling its revenue and GWP in its second year of trading.
One Call confirms ransomware attack
The cyber attack, which caused disruption to the broker's IT systems, and the criminal gang behind it are under investigation by the police.
Last chance to submit a UK Broker Awards entry
Submissions are free and will close this Friday, 28 May. The ceremony is set to take place in November during the largest live broking event in 2021- Broker Expo.
Ardonagh's Q1 deal spend revealed
The consolidator has paid £111m in cash for deals including Marmalade, Hemsley Wynne Furlonge, AccuRisk, and Resilium as it also states it was paid £22.75m for Bennetts.
Partners& acquires Town and Country
The deal will see the broker build its presence in the South West and establish a regional hub.
Ardonagh Advisory buys loss adjuster
Thompson & Ryan is based in London and has a nationwide presence.
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Aston Lark Ireland continues expansion with fresh deal
Brady Burns & Associates, based in County Kildare, is the consolidator's third deal in Ireland this year.
Marsh’s Neil Poulton appointed MD at Sagars
Founder, John Meadows, has stepped back from his leadership role at the Global Risk Partners-owned broker.
CII New Generation group warns on customer trust as report highlights barriers
The report said the insurance sector could refocus its efforts towards building trust with its customers, particularly SMEs.
Income up in acquisitive Q1 for Ardonagh
Group income has increased to £199.7m as the consolidator flags a mix of acquisitions and organic growth.
Square Pegs expands SME product range
The organisation has also become a standalone underwriting cell within Castel.
Howden acquires specialist medical and healthcare broker MPRS
MPRS provides accident and health, professional liability, medical malpractice, and commercial combined cover for general practice, private practice, and GP federations.
Brokerbility and Ataraxia-founder Stuart Randall sets up fresh broker service
Brokerring has been developed to encourage smaller independent brokers to grow amid a consolidated broker landscape.