Articles by Liz McMahon
Biba health group gets ex Amii chairman on board as it tackles IPT
The former chairman of the Association of Medical Insurance Intermediaries (Amii) Mike Izzard has joined the Healthcare Focus Group of the British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba) along with Wayne Pointin, from Jelf Employee Benefits.
Keelan Westall raids Powerplace again for senior hire
Keelan Westall – part of the property and commercial division of Barbon Insurance Group – has appointed Damian Baxter as head of sales with responsibility for facilitating growth both in existing and previously untapped markets.
Liberty boosts UK property team with hires from QBE and CNA
Liberty International Underwriters Europe (LIU Europe), a division of Liberty Mutual Group, has made three new regional appointments to its UK property insurance team.
IIB asks if regulator sees brokers as "soft touch"
The Institute of Insurance Brokers (IIB) has criticised the HM Treasury’s Consultation Paper for not putting forward any firm ideas on the future regulation of the insurance broking sector.
Spending Review 2010: Coalition is "gambling" that private sector will step up to the plate
The UK will return to recession if the private sector does not step forward, Travelex Global Business Payments has warned.
Brit confirms Vivek Banga as Tim Grant's replacement
Vivek Banga, currently UK distribution leader, small business and personal lines, is to take up the role of head of UK distribution with immediate effect.
Access buys AT Bell in bid to become leading broker in third sector
Access Insurance has acquired AT Bell Insurance Brokers' client portfolio and staff to grab a larger share of the specialist charity and church market.
Keychoice offers new RM services to SMEs
Keychoice Underwriting has teamed up with independent risk management specialist Risk STOP Group, giving its brokers and policyholders access to a range of risk management services.
PPI point of sale ban stands
The Competition Commission (CC) has confirmed that it will introduce a remedies package based around a point-of-sale prohibition for all forms of payment protection insurance (PPI), excluding retail.
Beazley Group mourns the loss of deputy chairman, Andrew Beazley
In a statement issued to the press the Board of Beazley said it was sad to announce the death of its deputy chairman, Andrew Beazley, at the age of 57.
Insurance Age blog: Pirates and clouds were much more fun when I was five
The insurance industry has left me feeling rather dejected this week I am afraid to say. Has the absence of the much anticipated hard market finally worn me down? No- it is more crushing than that. Two issues I have been covering this week have…
Ex HCC CEO hires former colleague as part of new venture
New broker-only MGA, Manchester Underwriting Management (MUM), has announced the appointment of Richard Webb as a director of the business.
Nearly half of young adults have no contents insurance
Latest research has revealed that 49% of young adults don’t have contents insurance to protect the items in their home.
New MGA trade body to help members stand out from crowd
The Managing General Agents’ Association (MGAA), has revealed that it is aiming to make a clear differentiation between its members and the broking community as it called for prospective members and funding support ahead of its official launch in…
FSA contests judicial review of PPI
The Financial Services Authority (FSA) has said it will contest the British Bankers’ Association’s (BBA) judicial review of new payment protection insurance (PPI) complaints handling measures.
Meerkat boosts BGL profits
The BGL Group’s financial results for the year July 2009 to June 2010 have revealed an increase in pre tax profit to £62m (H1 2009: £54m) but profit growth dipped to 16% (H1 2009: 24%).
Homeserve director moves to Hastings Direct
Hastings Direct has appointed a new business development director, Andy Kirton, to develop its relationship with affinity partners.
Nearly 50 firms to close under SRA's ARP strategy
The SRA has claimed its strategy to manage the Assigned Risks Pool (ARP) more effectively is showing results, with firms paying up over £3/4m of outstanding premiums and 47 firms either closed or in the process of closing.
Bluefin raids Heath Lambert for London motor director
Bluefin Insurance Services has appointed Chaz Bailey to the newly created role of executive director of motor within their London market broking team.
CBG buys healthcare broker
CBG Group has purchased Rockbridge Healthcare for an undisclosed fee.
Exeter Friendly launches new family brand
Exeter Friendly has launched a new insurance brand, Exeter Family Friendly.
More than 400 firms left without solicitors' PI cover after deadline
The Solicitors' Regulation Authority (SRA) has received 409 applications from firms requesting entrance into the assigned risk pool (ARP) on the professional indemnity renewal deadline of 1 October.
Dual confirms hire of Tim Grant
Dual Corporate Risks has confirmed its appointment of Tim Grant as head of e-business.
Lloyd's brokers trial replacing traditional slips with iPads
Brokers are leading the way in the adoption of new technology in the Lloyd's market.