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MGA Lares launches unoccupied property product
The product is available to brokers via the Go-Insur digital insurance platform.
M&A activity not 'sustainable', says IMAS founder Laughton-Scott
Prices are forecast to remain "pretty firm" this year.
M&A deals hit £6bn in 2021
The latest annual review published by IMAS explains the "M&A frenzy" and warns of challenges ahead.
Allianz focused on growth in 2022, says Holmes
Insurer posted a 9.4% rise in operating profit to £318m for 2021 but recorded a 3.2% fall in gross written premium to £3.8bn.
Allianz posts improved operating profit for 2021 but GWP slips
The provider reported a 3.2% decrease in GWP to £3.8bn.
Biba unveils 2022 conference agenda
The trade association revealed that delegates will hear from the FCA's executive director Sheldon Mills about the regulator's agenda, and the event will also feature broadcaster Andrew Marr plus Olympians Laura and Jason Kenny.
Partners& adds to employee benefits proposition with buy and partnership
Partners& has bought Direct Healthline and partnered with Advo Group to boost its wellbeing and benefits business.
Axa buys Ageas commercial business renewal rights for £47.5m
Around 100 Ageas employees will move to Axa as part of the deal.
ThingCo expands into Northern Ireland with broker deal
The telematics provider has sealed a deal with independent broker association Provincewide.
Analysis: Balancing risk and opportunity in the metaverse
Insurance Age spoke to industry experts to find out how the metaverse is changing the risk landscape and what opportunities it offers brokers and insurers alike.
Zurich UK reports £470m operating profit
The provider reported that the UK business grew 13% in its P&C division.
What are the best digital tools for brokers?
Join our webinar, with Open GI, to find out about the latest digital trends and how brokers can use them to boost customer experience.
And finally – February 2022
The lighter side of the broking world including, the cartoon, pet of the month and the industry's charity endeavours.
In Depth - How brokers can still succeed in personal lines
Martin Friel explores how brokers in the personal lines space can gain the upper hand over direct writers and learns how technology and, surprisingly, regulation are creating fresh opportunities for intermediaries
Opinion: LV's Mike Crane considers the future for personal lines
LV Broker’s Mike Crane reflects on the impact of consolidation, pricing practices, trust and asks if brokers are well placed to take advantage of the developments
Meet the MGA: Arc Legal
Peter Harvey, deputy chief executive of Arc Legal, tell Insurance Age about the bespoke products the MGA offers brokers and how 2022 might shape up for the market
Devitt deal adds fresh specialism to Gallagher portfolio
Retail CEO, Michael Rea tells Insurance Age that its buy of the motor specialist has been in the offing since last summer as he targets further deals.
Gallagher buys Devitt
MD William Hughes and finance director Tony Chapman will remain with the motorcycle specialist following completion.
Revenue and profits up in Gallagher's broker business in 2021
Simon Matson, CEO, Europe, Middle East and Asia says Gallagher's UK Retail business saw 7% organic growth as he reveals the business will continue to look for M&A opportunities in the UK.
FCA urges brokers to help leaseholders in response to Gove request
The FCA's Sheldon Mills fires warning shot on broker commission transparency and adds the regulator will "use its powers to intervene" as he issues 'Dear CEO' letter amid review of the insurance market for multiple-occupancy homes.
Michael Gove calls on FCA to review rising premiums for residential buildings
In a letter to the FCA and the CMA, the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities writes he is "extremely concerned" about the pressure leaseholders face from rapidly escalating insurance premiums on blocks of flats following the…
Blog: What are the FCA Value Measures?
Underwriting data expert, Jeremy Keating, outlines key actions for brokers under the newly implemented fair value regime.
In Person: Emma Rawlinson, Atlanta CEO
Rawlinson tells Insurance Age about taking over the reins from Ian Donaldson and discusses the broker's acquisition plans and the "volatile" personal lines market.
Biba focuses on ‘managing risk’ as manifesto theme
The trade body launched its manifesto and revealed UK brokers arrange £74bn of insurance per year.