Howden

Howden claims to be the 5th largest employee-owned business in the UK, and one of the largest insurance groups in the world.

The business employs 35 000 people globally, managing £35bn worth of premium on behalf of 1.7 million clients.

Oxygen creates affinity unit

Oxygen Insurance Brokers, a subsidiary of Oxygen Holdings, has announced the appointment of former Howden divisional director Steve Johnson as head of affinity.

News review: March

MMA outlined 'phase two' of its commercial roll out with the establishment of three new regional trading centres.

Reportage: Leading the claims way

Guiding clients through the claims process is a crucial element of broker service. Louise Meeson explores the role of the intermediary and the benefits of guaranteeing a reliable claims service