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Jensten buys Tasker
Deal includes Tasker Insurance Brokers, Tasker & Partners, and Gresham Underwriting and brings £50m GWP to Jensten.
Joe Henderson selects Teesside for Attis branch opening
It is the third location for Henderson's newest venture, Attis Insurance, which he developed after selling Henderson Insurance Brokers to Aon in 2017.
And finally - July 2021
Pet of the month / Charity corner
Opportunity for brokers to drive change in motor insurance
By Bits' Callum Rimmer encourages brokers to step in after survey reveals gap between what motor insurers are offering and what their customers want.
Thomas Carroll turnover nears £12m
The Welsh broker has reported an overall increase in profits as CEO Rhys Thomas highlights the importance of investing in the company’s team.
Towergate launches commercial and property quote and buy scheme
The broker has teamed up with SchemeServe to develop the platform which offers a combined commercial and residential property owners’ scheme.
Editor's letter - July 2021
Sun’s out: Another summer of much-needed staycations beckons, but is the end of Covid-19 now in sight?
Opinion: Broker benefits in tech
With the UK being an established hub for digital innovation, brokers have the opportunity to build new books of business, says Markel’s Mark Lowther
FCA's product governance rules to have "significant ramifications" for commercial brokers
Compliance expert Branko Bjelobaba urges commercial lines brokers to pay attention as the FCA zones in on fair value across the whole of the insurance sector.
Hiscox agrees settlement with business interruption action group
Hiscox and the Hiscox Action Group said the arbitration proceedings have been resolved "to the mutual satisfaction of all parties".
News analysis: Return of the local broker
As the middle has been hollowed out by consolidators Insurance Age learns of a resurgence in small, SME focused brokers with service at their heart
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Willis IRM buys Playle Russell (Special Risks) and Thatchline
The Belfast-based broker is taking further steps towards its UK expansion with its Southern England purchase.
Urban Jungle targets homeowners with fresh product
CEO Jimmy Williams talks to Insurance Age about the company’s newly launched product and its plans for future expansion.
Experts highlight how industry must develop to succeed
Panellists at the CII Conference discussed the changes the industry needs to make in order to meet customers' needs and what skills brokers can work on in order to maintain lucrative relationships with clients.
Brokerbility adds Castlemead as network member
Bristol-based broker joins the network, which was bought by Clear Group last year, this month.
Brokers urged to take action to tackle reputational damage
Panellists at this year's CII Conference discuss the need to build public trust in insurance after the expectation gap between consumers and the industry has widened as a result of the pandemic.
HRH The Prince of Wales launches insurance task force to fight climate change
The task force, chaired by Lloyd's, is comprised of insurance executives and aims to provide a platform for the sector to collectively advance the world’s progress towards a resilient, net-zero economy.
Motor insurers urged to evolve to meet changing customer needs
Research from By Bits shows drivers of all ages are feeling increasingly unhappy with their motor insurers, while only 11% of providers say they are actively trying to change their approach.
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Arch Re buys Somerset Bridge
The deal also adds Arron Banks’ Southern Rock Holdings to the reinsurer’s portfolio.
How can insurance grow its social media reach?
Twitter’s director of planning shares top social media tips for the insurance industry and discusses what the sector can do to stay relevant.
The Blog Spot: Action not words
In Pride month, Sian Barton says it’s good to see some action that goes beyond slapping a rainbow flag on a logo as Zego announces a policy to help trans and non-binary staff in the business.
TL Dallas takes from Marsh to launch new division
The broker has opened an office in Settle, North Yorkshire.