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Markerstudy buys BGL Insurance
The transaction is expected to complete during the first half of 2022 and follows hot on the heels of Markerstudy's deal for Lloyd's broker Clegg Gifford.
Insurance Age year in review- Steve Molloy
Steve Molly of AX reviews the year so far and tells Insurance Age what 2022 might look like.
Year in Review: Ross Barrington, Markerstudy
Ross Barrington, managing director of Markerstudy, stressed the importance of teamwork throughout the pandemic and talked about how the industry prepared for next year's pricing reforms.
Year in Review: Seàn Kemple, Close Brothers
Close Brothers MD Seàn Kemple reflects on the challenges brought on by 2021 and discusses the implications of the hard market for the broker space.
Year in Review: Arch's SVP, Mike Bottle
Mike Bottle, SVP, strategy & distribution of Arch Insurance UK regional division, looks back on 2021 and talks about the lessons he learned this year.
Blog: Five themes that could shape the insurance industry in 2022
Peter Davis, head of customer and distribution at Zurich UK, shares his predictions for the year ahead.
Blog: We’re at a turning point for insurance payments?
Paysafe’s Justin Fraser considers payment habits for insurance customers.
Markerstudy Group buys family-owned Lloyd’s broker
The acquisition of Clegg Gifford will offer Markerstudy access to the Lloyd’s market, a step which it deems 'integral' to its expansion strategy.
Ardonagh to buy MDS Group
The deal furthers the broker’s plan to expand its worldwide reach after revealing fresh investment from the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority earlier this month.
The top five stories of 2021
Insurance Age lists the five news stories that have been most popular this year, including updates on the BI saga, Intact's RSA takeover and David Williams' exit from Axa after 41 years.
Review of the year: GRP's Chris Sime
Chris Sime of Global Risk Partners discusses the "bouncebackability" of insurance broking how the market will evolve in 2022.
Insurance Age year in review - Andy Bord
Andy Bord of Flood Re reflects on the challenges and opportunities of 2021 and points out what 2022 might hold for the insurance industry.
Blog: Top court cases that shaped the market
James Breese, senior associate at Fenchurch Law, lists the Covid-19 court cases that impacted the insurance industry in 2021 and discusses what lies ahead in 2022.
Blog: How to make loss adjusters allies when a storm hits
Mark Pierce, of Criterion, walks through how brokers can work with adjusters to help HNW clients post-storm damage.
Reich targets £130m of GWP within three years
CEO Simon Taylor tells Insurance Age about his plans to grow the broker organically and highlights that Reich is not for sale despite being approached by potential buyers "all the time".
MGA Tradewise set to close to new business and renewals
The motor specialist says it is looking for alternative solutions after being unable to renew protection with reinsurance provider Berkshire Hathaway.
Humn acquires Walsingham Motor Insurance
The fleet provider says the deal will accelerate its distribution network with brokers.
Review of the year: Gallagher's Gary Fletcher
Gary Fletcher, managing director of the South, UK Retail, tells Insurance Age about how brokers have continued to support businesses across the UK in 2021.
Blog: Risk of surge in liability claims as Omicron impact hits hospitality sector
Keoghs's Chris Green on why brokers need to be prepared for an influx in employers' and public liability claims as the leisure and hospitality sector deals with challenges arising from Omicron developments.
MIB appoints Mike Crane as chairman
Crane replaces Direct Line Group’s Steve Maddock, who has led the MIB board since 2014.
Motor market more uncertain than ever, says Allianz's Ross
Gerry Ross, Allianz’s head of commercial motor, tells Insurance Age all about the state of the market this year, what technology developments brokers should be looking out for, and how 2022 is shaping up.
Home insurance premiums drop 8.2% year-on-year
Consumer Intelligence data reveals that a typical buildings and content policy now stands at £138, but premiums are expected to go up due to new pricing rules.
Review of the year: Axa's Jon Walker
The CEO of of Axa Commercial looks back at a year of broker consolidation and discusses regulatory developments and sustainability.
Jensten sees turnover rise as it reveals deal spend for 2021
The business made four acquisitions during the year and also reports a loss of £13.6m.