Broker
Broking success: Family affair
Morton Michel directors Jerry, Samantha and Nick Beere tell Caitlin Morrison how a favour for a playgroup in 1964 led to the formation of a successful family business and a relationship with an insurer that has lasted for half a century
FCA review flags up “conflicts” at intermediaries
Brokers urged to check their systems, controls and record keeping
In-depth: Tackling the technology jigsaw
From adding value to working with insurers, from data validation and enrichment to up-selling and cross-selling, Edward Murray tackles four key e-trading areas for brokers
SSP brings two broking businesses together
Davey and Pearson to lead within new structure.
IIG launches demolition product
New scheme for demolition contractors’ liability targets risks going into unrated markets.
Lockton buys Yorkshire-based motorsport broker
MIS Motorsport covers Formula 1 to karting.
Xuber confirms trainee scheme
New schemes follows successful pilot programme.
Towergate made £26.6m loss in first quarter
Ebitda also tumbled at the consolidator.
No smoking gun
The Financial Conduct Authority has set tongues wagging again in the past week with the publication of its thematic review into conflicts of interest among intermediaries when dealing with SME business.
Ageas to move all retail brands onto CDL system
Kwik Fit move had previously been confirmed.
Chris Hanks appointed non-exec at Jelf
Move follows on from Hanks’ appointment at Purple Partnership.
AA Insurance appoints Janet Connor from More Than as MD
Connor comes on board in newly created role.
Debt costs reduce Hastings’ profit
Business saw rise in GWP, customers and revenue in first quarter of 2014.
John Bennett retires from executive role at Howden
Bennett becomes non-executive director and interim chairman of Howden broking group boards.
Lucas Fettes partners with financial adviser firm to offer GI services
Foster Denovo seeking to enhance offering with relaunch.
Martin Oliver resigns as A&A Group chief
Leaving broker after two years in the top job.
Brokers warned that FCA review could signal 'significant fines'
Lawyer states regulator did not find "smoking gun" in review.
Stoke-based broker aiming to double headcount in two years
Target comes as Connect Insurance moves to new head office.
Lark partners with Law Society
Broker to supply motor product to Law Society members.
Smaller brokers should prepare for impact of FCA conflicts review
Compliance expert warns that whole market will be affected by review findings.
Broker conflicts are not properly managed, says FCA
Regulator looked into seven of the largest firms serving small business customers.
Motoring on
The biggest news this week for brokers was the news that RSA is reducing its personal lines motor book by 35%.
Mark Carney's insurance warning opens debate
BoE governor warned that insurance executives will be held to account over any issues.
Allianz cutting almost 100 jobs as it closes two branches
Provider to shut up shop in Milton Keynes and Bristol.