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CDL reports falling profits and turnover for 2019
Commercial director Nigel Phillips says performance was impacted by the "challenging economic and political climate".
Ten adds six members during lockdown as it gears up for growth
MD Dawn Derbyshire says the pandemic has given brokers time to think about going out on their own as the AR network strives to update its model to include directly authorised firms.
Where has the industry got to with diversity and inclusion?
Broker Extra 2020: Insurance industry leaders need to educate themselves to improve representation as panellists urge the sector to act now.
Aviva Ireland GI CEO launches legal proceedings against the provider - report
John Quinlan, who has been on leave for almost eight months, is looking to sue Aviva, writes The Irish Times.
Brokers expect bold first move from Aviva's new leader Amanda Blanc
Experts predict she will focus on expanding the business rather than carving bits off, while one broker warns "heads will roll" on the provider's top team.
Axa XL names new UK & Lloyd's market CEO
Sean McGovern takes on the role on a full-time basis after being interim CEO since Paul Greensmith left the business in April.
Pen Underwriting reveals £1bn GWP target
Exclusive: The Gallagher-owned MGA sets out its new strategy as it unveils plans to grow by acquisition and expand into new product areas.
Arag posts turnover rise for 2019
But the business also saw a fall in profits as MD Tony Buss says provider has revised its expectations for 2020 due to the pandemic.
FSCS "standing ready" to deal with customer impact from Gefion
COO Jimmy Barber discusses Gefion's solvent run-off, previous insurer failures including Alpha and Enterprise, and why he believes brokers are integral to the Scheme.
Newbie news: Opening opportunities
Founder and director of True Broking Chris Boothman explains the challenges he faced setting up during the coronavirus crisis
CMA launches investigation into Ardonagh's Bennetts deal
The government body is seeking comments on the deal in order to decide whether it "may be expected to result in a substantial lessening of competition" in the market.
Cullum-backed Ataraxia launches broker network
MD Adam Boakes says model will help brokers increase their income as well as provide them with a guaranteed investor in their business once they're looking to exit.
Lloyd's proposes solutions for non-damage BI cover
The insurance market has revealed a number of frameworks to help tackle the coronavirus crisis as well as future systemic catastrophes.
News analysis: What will the ‘new normal’ look like?
The coronavirus crisis has had a profound effect on the way people work. Insurance Age finds out how brokers think the insurance industry will operate once the lockdown has ended
Aon to repay 20% pay cuts
Broker backtracks after 70% of employees were forced to take reductions in pay due to the coronavirus crisis.
Gefion enters liquidation after it loses insurance license
The troubled Danish provider says it is "disappointed" after Danish regulator refuses three-month extension to its recovery period forcing it into run-off.
GRP moves into health insurance sector with new deal
Towcester-based broker Premier Choice Healthcare becomes consolidator's healthcare hub.
Car premiums fall in Q2 amid Covid-19 lockdown
Consumer Intelligence says average motor premiums fell by 1.4% in the last three months, most likely as a result of fewer people driving during the pandemic.
MGAA names ex-One Commercial boss Mike Keating as new MD
Keating will take over from outgoing MD Peter Staddon in September.
Insurers accused of ‘dragging feet’ as extra FCA BI September trial dates mooted
The eight insurers involved in the case are still on the hunt for their own expert evidence as a second trial in September is looking increasingly likely.
Action Groups get go-ahead to intervene in FCA BI test case
Groups formed against Hiscox and QBE will “closely liaise” with the FCA but are not permitted to increase the scope of the test case.
Marsh reveals sport, entertainment and media industry group
Group launched in response to Covid-19 impact on SEM sector and will be led by Richard Tolley, deputy leader, global sports and events.
Insurers lock horns with FCA in BI test case defences
Brokers brought into fray as providers file a variety of defences including proximate cause and the ‘Sweden defence’ in the landmark case to determine the validity of BI claims arising from the coronavirus pandemic.
Acturis reports revenue rise in 2019
Software house has also seen a dip in operating profit as results reveal it paid £10.8m for Canadian business Zycomp Systems last July.