Articles by Andrew Pearce
Biba supports MoJ's whiplash consultation
The British Insurance Brokers' Association (Biba) supports the government's consultation designed to reduce the number and cost of whiplash claims.
Former Cobra duo in Ink Underwriting broker launch
Former Cobra men John Lincoln and Dave Truman are working alongside Westinsure MD Norrie Erwin to head up Ink Underwriting's new broker proposition.
Higos unveils former Heath Lambert boss as finance director
Higos Insurance Services has unveiled former Heath Lambert boss Nigel Thomas as finance director.
Giles bolsters Scotland and Northern Ireland teams
Giles Insurance Brokers has made four appointments to bolster its teams in Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Lockton's James to step down in New Year
Lockton International CEO Julian James will step down from his role in the New Year, chairman Mike Hammond has confirmed.
Marsh's UK operations awarded chartered status
Marsh's UK operations - which comprises 26 offices across the country - has been granted chartered status by the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII).
QBE unveils former Brit boss as underwriting manager
QBE has appointed former Brit manager Amanda Doran as underwriting manager of its UK combined portfolio.
Towergate Underwriting in string of regional appointments
Towergate Underwriting has appointed five regional development underwriters in a bid to "move closer" to its key supporting brokers.
Das in talks to buy First Assist
Das is in takeover talks with First Assist Legal Protection, Insurance Age can reveal.
Mitsui unveils former Travelers boss as claims head
Mitsui Sumitomo at Lloyd's has appointed former Travelers boss Simon Catt as head of claims.
Alan Boswell makes Peterborough expansion
Alan Boswell Group has expanded into Peterborough with two broker buys.
Precision Underwriting eyes UK brokers
Precision Underwriting has set its sights on working closely with brokers following its launch in the UK.
Chesterfield on acquisition trail with ex-RK Harrison hire
Chesterfield Group has appointed former RK Harrison boss Paul Attfield as executive director as the company prepares to snap up new business.
Motorplus landed with £7m legal claim by two law firms
MotorPlus has been hit with a multi-million claim for alleged non-payment and breach of contract by two law firms.
Digital part one: Getting prime location in the global village
Industry professionalism comes in many forms: endeavouring to give customers the best possible advice, continually looking to enhance sector knowledge and helping staff members develop their own broking careers, to name just a few elements.
Swinton completes Gloucestershire broker acquisition
Swinton Group has bought Gloucestershire-based Alexander James Commercial Insurance Brokers for an undisclosed sum.
RSA moves for former Willis boss
RSA has appointed former Willis boss Dan Wilkinson as its new mid market regions director.
Aon Risk Solutions opens new Birmingham office
Aon Risk Solutions has opened a new Birmingham office as part of a "longer-term investment in the region".
Groupama withdraws Carole Nash from market
Groupama's broker arm has reportedly withdrawn its motorbike insurance specialist Carole Nash from the market.
Giles turns to Lockton for new business ops head
Giles has unveiled former Lockton man Stephen Barwell as head of business operations.
UK General's new non-exec director to bring "broker's view" to board
UK General's new non-executive director Chris Blackham is hoping to give "a broker's view on the board".
UK General unveils Layton Blackham founder as non-exec director
UK General has appointed the founder of consolidator Layton Blackham as a non-executive director.
Groupama claims industry first with product launch
Groupama Insurances has made its first e-traded product live for full cycle trading on Open GI, Acturis and Insure.com, with SSP integration set to follow in early 2013.
Besso poised for buying spree
Besso Insurance Group has set its sights on pursuing acquisitions and expanding into new markets after having secured £5m additional investment capital from shareholders.