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JLT has "continued appetite for acquisitions"
Bosses say 2014 results highlight “continued momentum of the business”.
IBSC consulting on handbook for commercial clients
Proposed handbook modelled on Code of Conduct published last year.
RK Harrison and Hyperion sign up to merger deal
The boards and shareholders of both companies give their approval for the deal.
Profit and revenue growth for JLT
Group and UK arms both increase revenue for global broker despite challenging conditions.
Opportunities in data for brokers
Data can help brokers but they must use information in a way that pleases the FCA. Insurance expert Duncan Minty investigates.
The digital Panopticon and the new power of data
Insurance expert, Duncan Minty explains how brokers can use analysis tools to gain greater insight and considers some of the regulatory impacts for brokers.
Is your brokerage the best company to work for?
UK Broker Awards will now celebrate the Best Broker to Work For trophy at September ceremony.
Flat premiums a challenge for brokers
Statistics from Acturis show that 2014 must have been a tough year.
Colin Marshall resigns as CEO of Besso
Marshall to remain with Lloyd's broker until June.
Rea leaves as Towergate confirms new executive team
John Kitson, ex-Aviva sales and marketing director for UK general insurance, joins the broker.
Directors’ and Officers’: We need to talk
SMEs need to be informed of the benefits of directors' and officers' insurance and that conversation must be initiated by brokers
Directors’ and Officers’: Time for expansion
With the modern ‘blame culture’, directors’ and officers’ cover should be an easy sell – so what is holding it back and how can this be overcome?
Video - Expertise from A-Z: Stephanie Ogden, Allianz
Despite companies being reportedly twice as likely to have a directors’ and officers’ claims as a property one, D&O is still proving a hard sell for many brokers, especially in the SME space.
Compass hits £585m in member GWP
Gallagher's networks division reports that nine brokers have joined since the start of the year.
Fairchild aims to take Broker Network back to its roots
CEO Andy Fairchild on strategy, products, insurer partners and profits.
Former FSA man in running to chair Towergate
Reports say John Tiner set to replace Alastair Lyons as Towergate chair.
Integration a key focus for Gallagher, says CEO Chilton
New Gallagher CEO sets out his early plans to take away frustrations at the business.
Towergate means business with hires of Deakin and Brown - market reaction
Brokers said the firm is building a formidable team and the signs point to acquisitions.
Biba welcomes FCA stance on consumer vulnerability
Insurance sector praised as ahead of the game when giving consumers easy access to products.
Janice Deakin and Adrian Brown to join Towergate
Duo leave Gallagher and follow David Ross to Towergate.
CMA investigating Willis acquisition of Miller
The body will consider written submissions about the proposed deal.
FCA takes firm stance on NED accountability
Roles of chairman, senior independent director and chairs of risk, audit, remuneration and nominations committees to come under new Senior Managers Regime.
Ex-Aon Benfield boss Chilton takes the reins at Gallagher
Grahame Chilton replaces David Ross as CEO.
Driverless Cars: Four reasons why brokers really should be paying attention
Jonathan Swift examines opportunities for brokers in the driverless car market.