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People Moves: 16 - 20 August 2021
The latest job moves in the world of insurance and broking.
Clear reports increased turnover in 2020 results
The broker says the business plans to continue to develop its expertise in areas such as property and construction as well as expanding into new markets.
Ross Dingwall moves to Partners& from Hiscox
Former Hiscox UK broker boss Dingwall joins Partners& as managing partner (Scotland) and will focus on expanding the broker's footprint in the North of England and Scotland.
Aston Lark Ireland buys again
Deal for Dublin-based Brassington Insurance is consolidator's sixth in the Republic of Ireland this year.
Jackson Lee launches business travel scheme
The MGA revealed that the new policy, which includes a Covid-19 cancellation feature, allows brokers to build flexible, customised travel cover for clients.
Blog: Competition is good for brokers and customers
In a sponsored post, Close Brothers MD Seàn Kemple discusses how the premium finance provider aims to support brokers in the future.
WTW names new president and CEO
Carl Hess is to take over the reins on 1 January 2022, succeeding current boss John Haley who is set to retire.
Insurance Hound: Most read by brokers in June and July 2021
Which trending topics have caught brokers’ eyes this summer?
Gallagher signs reshaped $3.25bn Willis Re deal
The broker is to buy the WTW treaty reinsurance operations following the collapse of the original deal.
A-Plan sets sights on commercial market
The High Street business, primarily known for personal lines, is targeting to become a top ten commercial broker. Head of the unit, Richard Easterbrook tells Insurance Age about the plans.
Agreement to speed up claims in pandemic expires
The ABI and ASCO have agreed to set aside the statement of intent develop to speed up claims resolution in the wake of the pandemic.
Kerr Group moves to Applied Epic
Kerr Group is seeking to move customers through the policy lifecycle in a more digital and consistent manner.
The FCA piles on the pressure
News analysis: As the regulatory watchdog bares its teeth in its new business plan, are brokers ready to come to heel? Rachel Gordon investigates.
Cumbrian broker expands with new office
The Carlisle-based business is planning to open an office in Kendal to cover south Cumbria.
Pikl teams up with Esure and Sheila's Wheels
The sharing economy start-up has signed a distribution deal with the providers.
People Moves: 9 - 13 August 2021
The latest job moves in the world of insurance a broking.
Willis: Predator or Prey?
News analysis: Following the Aon/Willis Towers Watson deal collapse David Worsfold explores if WTW will turn hunter or hunted amid the fallout from the failed $30bn deal.
MCE appoints QBE's Paul Ormiston as claims director
The motorbike specialist said the decision to create the new role at board level signals MCE’s ongoing commitment to customer-centric digitisation.
Blog: Flood resilience needs a multi-faceted data-based response
Richard Toomey, of Lexis Nexis explains how data can help the industry to protect customers from the increased risk of flooding.
Right Choice buys Moorhouse
The move follows deals to buy Bennetts and the brands Autosaint, Ladybird and First Van.
MBO for Blythin & Brown
Shawbrook Bank supported the venture with a commercial loan.
Government finally delivers £750m event insurance scheme
The industry was forced to cancel a raft of events including Glastonbury Festival, Boomtown and Womad after insurers backed away and the government dragged its feet on delivering alternative cover.
Russell Bence joins Think Insurance
Bence, formerly of Markerstudy, was most recently with Complete Cover Group.