ABI stops short on voluntary premium finance cap as it sets out five principles
The Association of British Insurers has stopped short on a voluntary industry-led cap on premium finance as it set out five principles aimed at helping consumers manage the cost of paying-monthly for motor insurance.
Dual to open two UK offices as McGinn’s regional push gathers pace
Howden-owned managing general agent Dual will be opening two offices in the UK within a year, aiming for 12 to 15 staff in each to build its regional broker business, Insurance Age can reveal.
Biba Conference 2024 countdown: Arch Insurance UK’s Mike Bottle
Mike Bottle, SVP, strategy and distribution at Arch Insurance UK regional division, tells delegates not to overcommit and book meetings wisely, explains why Arch’s stand offers a great space for productive conversations, and outlines his love for the Stone Roses.
UK commercial insurance rates fell 2% in Q1 - Marsh
UK commercial insurance rates fell by 2% in the first quarter of 2024, whereas those in the global market rose 1%, according to the latest research by Marsh.
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Deal volume up but M&A value down in 2023, says MarshBerry
The value of UK insurance distribution deals fell to £3.9bn in 2023, down 8% on the year before, despite M&A volume returning to record levels, according to MarshBerry.
Ian Lloyd on growing Iprism and delivering for brokers as Biba’s new partner
Ian Lloyd, CEO of Iprism, has promised brokers consistency and standout service, having signed up to be the British Insurance Brokers’ Association’s high-value home insurance scheme provider.
Broking Success: Embracing technology
Mark Thomas, founder of Compare Insurance, is looking to harness the power of technology even further to continue the pace of 60% growth the business achieved last year.
Interview: Henry Topham, Allianz
As Allianz rebrands its digital motor insurance product Flow, Insurance Age caught up with managing director of UK retail Henry Topham to hear about his route into insurance and what benefits brokers get from the provider’s omni-channel approach.
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