Brokers split over network independence

network-spotlight

Loss of independence cited as major reason 
for shunning networks, brokers explain

Brokers have delivered differing verdicts on networks’ claims that members can maintain their independence and are not obliged to place business with partner insurers.

Insurance Age’s online video interview series, Network Spotlight, brought together 12 of the top experts in the broker network field to discuss the sector’s key topics.

In the videos, available at www.insuranceage.co.uk/tag/network-spotlight, each network leader faced questions on a range of issues including why more brokers

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