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Biba 2018: Brexit – what next for brokers?
Experts share their views on the challenges for insurance, government infighting, transition periods and how brokers can start preparing now.
UK to remain in motor insurance ‘free circulation zone’
The decision means insurers will not have to issue ‘Green Cards’ when motorists wish to drive in EU member states after Brexit.
Brightside in multi-million pound six-year deal with Close Brothers Premium Finance
Deal expected to start at £60m annually but comes with room for growth.
Ageas Q1 results "significantly hit" by bad weather
UK CEO Andy Watson says provider wants to grow in commercial lines.
Marsh Networks teams with bank to fund member acquisition drive
The broker will work with Shawbrook Bank in order help support its network members with M&A aims.
Biba 2018: FCA pledges “perennial” client money focus
The regulator spoke at a panel session on how customers are at the heart of the broker business at the Biba conference.
Biba 2018: Biba creates business interruption template to tackle underinsurance
Trade body collaborated with brokers and insurers to create the template.
Aviva scoops top spot in Brokerbility survey
Allianz drops to second place with RSA in third.
Biba 2018: FCA to publish report on dual pricing by autumn
The City watchdog will report on its investigation into dual pricing in the autumn, a conference heard.
Endsleigh picks SSP in five year deal
Broker moves away from maintaining its own software and infrastructure.
Biba 2018: Biba reveals ‘dating agency’ plans for InsurTechs
Service being developed with Covéa and Broker Direct.
Biba 2018: White pledges innovation support and attacks regulation
Conference address sees Biba commit to innovation and address the weight of regulation for the UK broker community.
Jackson Lee unveils business travel product
Policy, underwritten by a Lloyd’s syndicate, is available through the MGA's online broker facility.
Griffiths & Armour leaves SSP for Acturis
Software company says the migration is now complete.
ERS to launch new eTrade platform
Motor insurer says its most specialist products will be made available online to brokers.
XL Catlin launches leisure product
Offering designed to help protect visitor attractions against security threats and catastrophic injury claims.
Biba 2018: Biba launches cyber insurance guide for brokers
Trade body has partnered with CFC.
Gallagher monitoring President Donald Trump’s Iran sanctions move
Broker ran the business out of UK and Norway.
Allianz to move commercial business from LV in Q3
Insurer reports improved profit for first quarter 2018.
Ex-broker jailed for ghost broking and fraud
Former insurance broker was sentenced to 12 months in jail after gaining £25,000 from setting up fake car insurance policies and using his contacts book from his time as a broker.
David J Killen & Co ditches SSP for Applied
The business has selected Applied Systems' Digital Broker product.
One Call looks to tech to “disrupt home market”
The broker has partnered with tech provider Roost on ‘home telematics’.
Coversure CEO confirms new acquisition strategy following MBO
But CEO Bob Darling notes the company is not stepping away from the franchise model and reveals founder Mark Coverdale will retire when the deal goes through.
Marshmallow toasts Marsh in dispute over name
Marsh had attempted to block the InsurTech start-up from using the name Marshmallow.