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Professionalism: Chartered status not a silver bullet
This week’s video on Insurance Age saw Juliet Williams of Insure4biz.com explain why she was proud that her firm had achieved chartered status.
Ink Insurance MD placed on gardening leave
The managing director of Ink Insurance Mike Smith has been placed on gardening leave, Insurance Age can reveal.
Biba puts forward 'ring-fenced' FSCS proposal
The British Insurance Broker's Association (Biba) has urged that brokers should be ‘ring-fenced' from other intermediaries as part of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) funding model.
Marsh's graduate application boom "testament" to industry
Marsh has revealed that more than 2,700 people applied for just 15 places in its last UK graduate intake.
Axa reports improved revenues and rates in UK & Ireland
Axa’s UK & Ireland operations have reported property & casualty (P&C) revenues of €3.2bn (£2.5bn) for the first nine months of 2012.
Manchester Underwriting upgrades electronic capability
Manchester Underwriting Management (MUM) has launched a new website and trading platform.
New Coversure branch in Bedfordshire
Coversure Insurance has opened a new office in Ampthill, Bedfordshire.
Alesco moves for former Aon and Marsh specialist
Alesco has snapped up risk and insurance power construction specialist Alison Baker from Aon.
Biba denies 'secret' credit check investigation claims
The British Insurance Brokers' Association (Biba) has insisted it is "not concerned" about claims insurers are carrying out ‘secret' credit checks on drivers to increase premiums.
Kerry London appoints ex-Axa broker boss as non-exec
Kerry London has appointed Colin Calder as a non-executive director.
Willis chief hails "impressive turnaround" of its UK business
The "impressive turnaround" of Willis' UK business during the third quarter of 2012 was welcomed despite the broking giant seeing its net income drop by a third, according to its latest financial results.
Aon announces UK NFL tie-up
Aon has been unveiled as an official sponsor of the National Football League (NFL) UK as it bids to help promote American football across the UK.
NIG to create senior business development roles
NIG will create senior business development manager (SBDM) roles to replace the broker-facing positions set to be lost as part of parent Direct Line Group's cost-cutting drive.
Professionalism: How do you feel about your firm's stance on chartered status?
In the final part of the three interview series, Juliet Williams, associate director at insure4biz.com, discusses how she uses digital media to promote the broker's chartered status.
Keelan Westall predicts two-fold rise for online platform users
Keelan Westall expects to double the number of brokers using its Dynamic online platform.
Bootiful account win for Oval
Oval has won the Bernard Matthews account to be its livestock brokering and risk management provider.
Car premiums soften again
The latest benchmark AA British Insurance Premium Index has revealed further softening in motor premiums in the third quarter of 2012.
Lorica hires ex-Towergate duo
Lorica Insurance Brokers has snapped up two former Towergate employees for its Leeds branch.
Giles names former Dickson boss as regional MD for the South
Giles Insurance Brokers has named Paul Dickson, the former head of Dickson Insurance Brokers, as its regional managing director for the South of England.
Bryan James acquires Bennett Gould branch
Bryan James & Co has agreed to take over the Warrington branch of Lloyd's broker Bennett Gould & Partners.
CFC creates casualty team with new appointment
CFC Underwriting has recruited Gary Norman into the newly created position of casualty practice leader.
Nexus buys CIFS
Nexus Underwriting Management has bought Credit Indemnity and Financial Services (CIFS) from Novae Syndicates for an undisclosed sum.
Carole Nash rides off with Suzuki account
Carole Nash has been appointed to administer the insurance scheme for Suzuki GB Plc.
Ace reorganises broker relationship structure
Ace Group has moved to strengthen relationships with brokers and clients with a series of appointments across the UK and Ireland region.