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Post Brexit dispatches - What have we learnt so far?
In a quarterly series, the team at PKF Littlejohn consider the impact of Brexit on UK insurance. In this first post, Howard Jones takes stock of where we are now.
Biba questions need for flexible working charter for brokers
Biba's Steve White says trade body will provide assistance if members ask for it, but a charter similar to the one launched by the ABI is not on its agenda, while brokers say they are already embracing flexible working.
People moves: 4 - 7 May 2021
The key job changes in the world of insurance this week.
Markerstudy moves into brokered home cover
The MGA has teamed up with Accredited to expand its home insurance offering.
Profile: Motoring along
CEO of motorbike specialist MCE Julian Edwards tells Insurance Age how the broker has evolved, how the the market is changing and what the future holds for the business
Dave Clapp takes over as MVP and Ataraxia CEO
James McCaffrey is to retire but will retain a non-executive interest in the Peter Cullum-owned insurance investor.
Broking success: Driving forward
Patons Insurance managing director Darren Roberts tells Insurance Age why the broker got into the taxi insurance sector and how it has coped with the pandemic
Opinion: Beyond compliance
Sicsic Advisory’s Nindy Mellett on how brokers can embed new conduct rules for better business
FCA spent nearly £4m on dual pricing market study
Staff costs made up most of the total spend as the FCA also reveals it received 101 responses to its consultation paper outlining proposed remedies, which included a ban on dual pricing practices.
Direct Insurance becomes Aventum
It’s UK broker operation, Direct Insurance London Market, has been re-named Consilium as part of a business restructure as the group teases M&A plans.
GRP completes Marsh Networks deal
The networks business has been rebranded to Hedron and will continue to be led by David Hopwood who has joined the GRP executive team.
PIB-owned Cobra "on track" to reach 2021 growth target
Following Les Brewin’s comeback into the industry, Insurance Age looks into what his ambitions are for Cobra, how the network has been "reinvented" since being taken over by PIB, and what CEO Andy Tedstone has in mind for the company's future.
"No silver bullet" to fix industry reputation after BI backlash, says MGAA's Keating
Keating discusses the business interruption test case and the FCA's £7.5m special levy to recover the costs as he urges brokers, MGAs and insurers to pull together and rebuild trust in the sector.
Blog: Beware the hidden dangers of kerb appeal
As pubs, restaurants, and bars re-open with the use of outdoor areas and pavement seating, brokers need to ensure insurers are in the loop or risk disappointment when it comes to a claim warns Tom Hill, executive director at Aqueous Underwriting.
Editor's letter - May 2021
Back in the spotlight: The FCA has turned its focus on ARs with brokers set to take a financial hit
Headline makers - May 2021
The hottest stories on www.insuranceage.co.uk, the month in numbers and quotes from the biggest news stories of the month
And finally - May 2021
Pet of the month / Charity corner
Chubb and Marsh collaborate on Covid-19 vaccine cover
The cover will be available to individuals in 92-lower income countries in case of serious adverse reaction to the jab.
People moves: 26 - 30 April 2021
The key job changes in the world of insurance this week.
Gallagher takes South West lead from RSA
Richard Horne has been appointed as regional director for the region at Gallagher.
Aviva opens buildings cover for properties affected by cladding to new customers
Move follows large premium increases in the market after the Grenfell fire and the provider urges brokers to sell the product net of commission on a fee basis to keep costs down.
Shepherd Compello appoints chief broking officer
The specialist insurance broker has chosen Steve Hart for the role.
LexisNexis urges brokers to focus on data or risk being "left behind"
The company is gearing up to launch two more products aimed at brokers in the near future.
IFB goes on attack over organised fraud
The Bureau is working with Shift Technology to build an AI-backed fraud detection system for the UK.