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Biba launches home insurance scheme
Biba has stated that the scheme offers comprehensive cover, including unlimited buildings cover and £80,000 of contents cover with a single unspecified item limit of £5,000.
Castle Insurance Services buys Seaham-based broker
MD Paul Younger says Castle has further deals in the pipeline as it targets £10m in GWP.
The Blog Spot: An exciting return to local focus
Following reports of a rise in the number of start-up brokers, Ida Axling says it is great to see that the entrepreneurial spirit remains strong in the broking sector.
More acquisitions in the pipeline after Jensten closes largest deal to date
CEO Alistair Hardie discusses Jensten's acquisition strategy and why Tasker "fits the bill" for what the business is looking for.
Biba enhances travel scheme cover
A Covid-19 extension has been added for vaccinated people travelling to certain countries.
Aviva to invest millions in GI growth
The new UK GI CEO, Adam Winslow, highlights broker support as he flags “millions” in investment going forward as the insurer focuses on growing GI’s role within the group.
Opportunity for brokers to drive change in motor insurance
By Bits' Callum Rimmer encourages brokers to step in after survey reveals gap between what motor insurers are offering and what their customers want.
Towergate launches commercial and property quote and buy scheme
The broker has teamed up with SchemeServe to develop the platform which offers a combined commercial and residential property owners’ scheme.
Urban Jungle targets homeowners with fresh product
CEO Jimmy Williams talks to Insurance Age about the company’s newly launched product and its plans for future expansion.
Experts highlight how industry must develop to succeed
Panellists at the CII Conference discussed the changes the industry needs to make in order to meet customers' needs and what skills brokers can work on in order to maintain lucrative relationships with clients.
Brokers urged to take action to tackle reputational damage
Panellists at this year's CII Conference discuss the need to build public trust in insurance after the expectation gap between consumers and the industry has widened as a result of the pandemic.
Motor insurers urged to evolve to meet changing customer needs
Research from By Bits shows drivers of all ages are feeling increasingly unhappy with their motor insurers, while only 11% of providers say they are actively trying to change their approach.
Arch Re buys Somerset Bridge
The deal also adds Arron Banks’ Southern Rock Holdings to the reinsurer’s portfolio.
How can insurance grow its social media reach?
Twitter’s director of planning shares top social media tips for the insurance industry and discusses what the sector can do to stay relevant.
US DoJ files lawsuit to block Aon/WTW merger
The two brokers have said they disagree with the move after the DoJ warns merger would “create a broking behemoth” and “threatens to eliminate competition, raise prices and reduce innovation”.
Interview: Hedron Network CEO David Hopwood
Hopwood discusses GRP's takeover of Marsh Networks and what will be different for members after Marsh ProBroker, Bluefin Network and Purple Partnership became one single proposition.
Swinton adds Alzheimer’s Society donation option for customers
Insurance Cares: The broker will invite car insurance customers to donate £1 when they buy a policy in ‘industry first’.
Analysis: Gefion collapse highlights risks of unrated capacity
Niche brokers say they have no choice but to use unrated insurers as compliance experts call for a change of the "unfair" FSCS levy system after the scheme steps in to pay claims following Gefion's bankruptcy.
Saga appoints CEO
Steve Kingshott joins from Tesco Bank to replace Cheryl Agius who left in January.
Aston Lark Ireland seals fresh deal in Dublin
The Dublin-based broker, which specialises in both personal and commercial lines, is the consolidator’s fourth deal in Ireland this year.
What fraud trends should brokers watch out for?
Insurance Age talks to the LV fraud team about the emerging fraud trends brokers need to be aware of.
How are brokers adapting to millennials’ needs?
Experts discuss the challenges that motor brokers need to overcome to attract and retain younger customers and how they can use technology to make cover more affordable.
Ghost broking remains "significant threat", warns Aviva
Provider says general insurance fraud escalated during the pandemic as it predicts recessionary factors caused by Covid-19 have "created the biggest fraud threat to customers in a generation".
RSA takeover completes
Canadian insurer Intact reveals its plans for RSA's UK and International business as it makes its first move into the UK market.