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Market moves: New for old
It has been another busy period for brokers and insurers, with many swapping their old jobs for new ones.
Video: Home emergency insurance
Andy Talbot, head of sales at Arag UK, talks about the company's Home Emergency solutions for insurance brokers.
Where will tech change leave the broker?
Listening to the technological advances being made in the US, Sian Barton wonders where the broker is going to fit in.
Power hour: A better customer journey
As more SME business is traded electronically, how can brokers and insurers make what could be a complex purchase into a simple and easy to understand process for customers?
In-depth: Country life
Running a farm with a B&B or owning a horse seems idyllic. But rural life is not without its challenges and adequate insurance is a requirement - so what can brokers do to win clients in these niche markets?
Industry calls for action on underinsurance
Brokers urged to help in fight against underinsurance and take the lead in educating clients
FCA moves the goalposts over add-ons
Brokers express surprise and concern over regulator’s unexpectedly wide definition of add-ons
Survey reveals lack of concern over fraud
Majority of brokers say application fraud is not a priority for their business, according to SSP survey
Brokers could benefit from rising tide of cyber crime
Recent high profile hacks and data breaches remind businesses of the need for cyber insurance
Broking success: National ambition
Managing director Russell Lane set up Bristol-based professional indemnity broker Brunel Professional Risks 10 years ago. He explains the firm’s nationwide reach and his plans to open more offices.
Winning the search war
There are ways to get your website to the top of search results without having to fork out thousands to Google. Barrie Moran explains how you can beat the bigger brokers and insurers
Time to get to grips with underinsurance
With the technology and amount of data now available, there is no excuse for not tackling underinsurance, argues Thomas Coles
Adjusting expectations
Brokers are taking more interest in the claims process, but when it comes to appointing loss adjusters, a balance must be found, says Martin Ashfield
Home insurance profits – too good to last?
The home insurance market could be facing a rude awakening, says Tony Cornell
Editor's letter - November 2015
“If brokers… end up paying for the advertising to generate more claims we really will have gone through the looking glass”
Sentiment Survey November 2015: Scheme a little scheme for me
One of the strongest messages to come out of the latest Ageas-sponsored Sentiment Survey is the immense opportunities brokers see in schemes business. I have to confess this is music to my ears.
Three executives to leave Towergate's SBU in Manchester
Consolidator says it is implementing a new structure.
JLT Group expects organic growth for insurance business
Firm anticipates reduced group profit because of lower earnings in employee benefits business.
Biba and ABI to launch code for helping vulnerable clients
The code is expected to be ready in Q1 2016.
Guidewire Connections: Strong leadership needed to deal with disruption
Former US Secretary of State, General Colin Powell, says leadership and innovation are keys to success as the world has moved from analogue to digital.
Nel Mooy to leave Towergate
CEO of personal underwriting will be succeeded by Alex Fletton.
Digital Broker event comes to Belfast in December
Hear from a range of experts including Google’s Matt Brocklehurst.
Swinton appoints Carpenters Law as claims handling partner
The law firm started handing all of the broker's motor claims from 1 November.
Join the great debate this November
At the end of November Insurance Age in association with the Chartered Insurance Institute will be launching an interactive online forum where you will be able to discuss important topical issues, using an Oxford-style debate.