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Hastings shows growth in first half of 2017
The firm posted GWP growth of 28% and noted that the Ogden rate change had generated more activity for the business on aggregators.
Slight profit fall for Carole Nash in 2016
Turnover was up to £27.5m for the full year from £26.4m in 2015.
InsurTech Futures: App designed to notify brokers of motor accidents
The designers say the app has been developed to improve information gathering after an accident and speed up any subsequent claim.
Video: A broking minute with Duncan Sutcliffe
The director of Sutcliffe & Co takes on our broking minute challenge.
Towergate chief Ross hints at Ardonagh Group IPO - report
David Ross looks at growth options for the group.
Seventeen Group's pre-tax profit falls 30% for 2016
Turnover increased by 24% from £10.1m to £12.6m.
Brokers concerned about reduced choice following Allianz and LV deal
However, experts also see opportunities rising from the merger.
Lark 2016 results show growth
Turnover and Ebitda both grew for the Lark Group holding company as it posts last set of results prior to Aston Scott deal.
Quizzical questions: 04 August 2017
Test your knowledge of the week's news with our topical quiz.
Insurance Cares: Biba calls for signposting
Biba’s Graeme Trudgill explains why signposting is a key element of helping vulnerable customers access insurance.
InsurTech Futures: iGO4 partners with CDL to launch lifestyle portfolio
The proposition will be brought to market later this year.
LV partners with Adrian Flux on blood bikes scheme
Scheme provides cover for volunteers transporting blood to and from hospitals.
The Blog Spot: A question of trust
Personal lines brokers are expected to build trusted relationships at a time when margins, especially in personal lines are squeezed and time is tight. But are these relationships becoming too transactional?
The AA sacks executive chairman for “gross misconduct”
The broker stated in a Stock Exchange announcement that Bob Mackenzie had been removed with immediate effect.
Meet the Expo Leeds Panellists: Richard Pitt
The chief network officer at Broker Network shares his thoughts on local insurers ahead of the live debate.
Towergate reveals London specialty unit, Geo Specialty
The first product covers political violence and its development is the first step in building a "strong" London underwriting business.
CII reveals rebrand
The refreshed branding reflects a new strategy.
Profits up at Go Compare
The aggregator saw adjusted operating profit grow to £17.5m for the six months ended 30 June 2017 following Esure demerger.
Premium Choice teams up with ONE Pro Group on cycle insurance
Broker says partnership aims to redefine insurance for cyclists.
Brokers are not in regular contact with customers
According to a survey from Ecclesiastical brokers have only just started using social media to do business.
Broking break: Your Top Five
Marmalade, the Financial Conduct Authority, Gable and Moneysupermarket.com hit the headlines this week, with new products, regulation updates, return payments and a fine.
Quizzical questions: 28 July 2017
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Revenues up at Gallagher for H1 2017
Broker's net earnings and adjusted Ebitdac also rose compared to H1 2016.
Brokers still unsure on Flood Re distribution
Biba welcomes the commitment to intermediaries but brokers are unsure how it will work in practice.