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Merged Lark and Aston Scott to pursue further consolidation
Peter Blanc says management structure of the merged businesses is yet to be decided as he reveals more deals are in the pipeline.
Aston Scott and Lark merger has strengthened specialisms, says Blanc
Peter Blanc lists HNW, renovation and motor trade as key strengths of the newly-merged organisation.
Medical insurer launches cover with "pioneering treatments"
According to the insurer the policy offers treatments not available on the NHS or in the UK at international medical facilities.
Aston Scott and Lark Group to merge
Bowmark Capital largest shareholder as new company is set up to buy both brokers.
Quizzical questions: 30 June 2017
Test your knowledge of the week's news with our topical quiz.
Broking Break: Your top five of the week
Job losses at Lloyd’s, an acquisition, Apple’s cyber insurance plans, company results and rebrand head this week’s list of stories.
Nexus buys marine cargo MGA from Aquila
The business has now moved to Nexus’ headquarters in Leadenhall Street.
InsurTech Futures: Pay-per-mile broker gets £350,000 investment
The on-demand motor start-up is gearing up for UK launch as it awaits FCA authorisation.
Ryan Direct Group eyes acquisitions as it rebrands after takeover
Company was bought by Towergate owners earlier this year.
Profits up 32% for Acturis in 2016
Software specialist delivers 20% rise in revenue.
CDL's profit after tax soars 42% in 2016
Operating profit and turnover also rose.
Opinion: Biba's Steve White on tackling underinsurance
Tackling underinsurance isn’t being made any easier by the recent changes to the Ogden discount rate, explains Steve White
Finch targets more than doubling revenue by 2020
The broker is seeking organic and acquisitiion growth but according to Mike Latham there is no deal currently on the table.
Lloyd’s to reduce UK staff headcount by 10% in Q4
London Market is looking to reduce costs, improve efficiency and drive forward a modern agenda.
Newbie news: Clarke Williams
Clarke Williams co-founder Henry Clarke reveals how he navigated the authorisation process and why independents are resurgent
Insurance Island Risks - Kelliher Group's Imogen Coggan
The CEO of Kelliher Group tells all about her love for small venues, her best gig ever and her journey from accountant to broker
Finch sees 2016 profit fall
Broker also reports operating profit and turnover drop.
Broking Break - Your Top Five
Queen's Speech, FCA probe on travel insurance for cancer patients, Admiral's renewal handling failures, launch of new MGA incubator and details of new CII qualification make up your top five stories of the week.
Quizzical questions: 23 June 2017
Test your knowledge of the week's news with our topical quiz.
Towergate backers complete £800m fund raising
Chase Templeton and Direct Group purchases also completed.
Opinion: Paul Upton on the consequences of the shock general election result
The new normal: Big issues that affect the insurance industry could be put on the back burner or entirely dropped as the fallout from the dramatic general election continues
BBi Horsham awarded chartered status
New status places emphasis on professional qualifications and high standard of advice and service, says broker.
Meet the techies: Paul Williams
Paul Williams, executive chairman of the JRW Group, warns brokers that fresh thinking is needed to survive in a changing world.
High Net Worth Society: Meet-up two
Read the key points from the second meeting of the exclusive High Net Worth Society.