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April UK adds live quotes to broker portal
Medical insurance provider describes update as “missing part of the jigsaw”.
Record viewing for e-trading webinar
Experts discuss the e-trading tools commercial brokers need to compete.
Expertise in Action: Broker: Standing out
In an increasingly competitive marketplace, brokers can gain an edge by specialising in niche areas and strengthening their regional focus
Keychoice partners with Brilliant Law
Network claims that brokers will be able to budget better for the use of legal services.
Canopius Group restructures claims team
Provider aiming for operational improvements with reshuffle.
R&Q opens Birmingham office
Former Catlin duo Paul Woodcock and Phil Woodward will initially staff office.
Expertise in Action: Generalist versus Specialist
How much do prospective customers place on their insurer and broker’s specialist knowledge when buying insurance? And does it become stronger depending on the size of the niche?
Expertise in Action: Broker: Sharper focus
Combining a generalist approach with specialist knowledge is essential for insurers seeking to differentiate themselves from the competition.
Applied Systems bought by private equity
Deal follows Applied System's acquisition of Insurecom earlier this year.
Henderson targets business in Scarborough
Broker growing in the Yorkshire market.
Paymentshield COO role vacant since August
Previous incumbent departed in summer of 2013.
NIG promotes Swindle to head up e-trading
Previous head of broker e-trading Ben Thornton left in October.
Allianz and Marsh Networks extend SME products deal
Network hoping product enhancements will provide competition boost with direct market.
Covea snaps up Morris for newly-created home claims role
Provider poised to launch its in-sourced household claims service in April 2014.
Arista expands hair and beauty scheme with Croydon broker
Salon Gold scheme was first launched in 1984.
Open GI adds to anti-fraud measures
Technology firm teams up with data enrichment specialists.
Manchester Underwriting buys Senior Wright Indemnity
Specialty MGA underwriter acquires Lloyd’s broker.
Covea and Sabre join SSP's smartphone telematics panel
Insurers set to go live during the first quarter of 2014.
Two new recruits for Sterling in Birmingham
Provider bulks up regional presence in effort to get closer to brokers.
FCA launches price comparison website probe
Regulator warns that consumers may "focus solely on price" rather than appropriate cover.
Gallagher back in the spotlight
And so it begins again ...
Gallagher goes to RSA for new Scotland & Northern Ireland sales director
Broker pursuing growth opportunities in the region.
A-Plan reports 3% rise in turnover and two board appointments
Broker looking to grow client numbers.
Government excludes SMEs from Flood Re
SMEs and charities will not be covered under legislation.