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Centor joins Una
London-based brokers becomes 12th member of the alliance.
Surge in claims after Storm Desmond
Local brokers expect number of claims to rise further when people are able to return to their properties.
A-Plan opens office in Bromley with another due in Eastbourne
Broker planning to make three acquisitions.
Events: Up to the occasion
The past couple of months have resembled a whirlwind of an events season with no shortage of high-profile Insurance Age occasions.
In-depth: Think big in SME
The sector is acutely aware that SME is its bread and butter so it’s important for brokers to keep up with the changes and trends. We examine the importance of working with micro SMEs and what brokers need to know about in the emerging science and tech…
Profile: High street heroics
CEO Carl Shuker explains why, after 33 years with the broker, he still backs A-Plan’s traditional high-street model over online quote-and-buy
Big data: brokers are “doing it by the book”
Insurance sector unconcerned by FCA’s inquiry into how it handles customer data
Is broker PI on the rise?
New products on the market could herald a resurgence for broker PI sector
Broking success: Gem of a broker
Managing director of TH March Neil McFarlane explains how the specialist jewellery broker is looking to grow and keep the personal touch with clients
Brokers divided over Osborne’s plan to curb whiplash claims
Chancellor’s proposed measures welcomed by insurance companies
Power hour: Finding a foothold in fleet
With constant pressure on rates, insurers pulling out of the market and the rise of technology such as driverless cars, there are lots of opportunities, as well as pitfalls, in fleet insurance
Another good year?
After an uncertain start to 2015, brokers now need to plan on how to grow in a low inflation and stable rating period, says Tony Cornell
Editor's letter - December 2015
“The Insurance Debate proved that broking has a solid platform of engaged, skilful and articulate, professional and passionate practitioners”
Market moves: Recruitment wonderland
As we draw nearer the time for turkey, Christmas pudding and relaxation, the insurance sector has shown no signs of slowing down its recruitment pace.
Top line mania
Peter Hubbard asks could 2016 see the insurance market turn the corner on SME pricing?
Back to buying
As consolidation picks up pace again, Paul Meehan looks at if any lessons have been learned from the last round of buyouts
Jim Herbert moves on from CEO role at Aon Risk Solutions
He is set to become chief development officer for Emea at the firm and will be replaced by Andrew Tunnicliffe.
Broker Network launches three commercial e-trade products
Network has teamed up with Open GI to develop proposition.
Brokers respond to Storm Desmond
Brokers broadly positive on insurer claims service although issues remain.
Gresham increases capacity by £5m with Canopius deal
Agreement sees capacity for the MGA increase immediately.
Brokers distribution for niche lines “significant”
Research shows niche lines more profitable than mainstream lines with brokers bringing in up to 90% of new sales.
Chase Templeton buys Healthcare Partners
Company says acquisition adds nearly £7m of annual premium income.
Brokerbility buys Churchill Insurance Consultants
Brokerbility Holdings Insurance Brokers says acquisition takes it past £50m GWP mark.
Broking Break: Hitting the headlines
Another busy week for broking – but what was your top story?