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Willis appoints new group CEO
Willis Group has appointed Dominic Casserley as chief executive officer, effective from 7 January 2013.
Xchanging launches new Xuber brand
Xchanging has relaunched its software business as Xuber.
Video: Maintaining and growing your schemes
Our 'Maintaining and growing your schemes' webinar, produced in association with Ecclesiastical Insurance, is now live online for all viewers.
QBE to close Reading office
QBE is to close its office in Reading as part of a reorganisation of its relationship management structure for brokers and clients in the South of England.
Biba welcomes FCA clarifications
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba) has welcomed further clarification from the Financial Services Authority (FSA) ahead of upcoming changes.
Giles expands bus and coach offering with new hire
Giles Insurance has appointed Andrew Sinclair to lead its Rayleigh office.
FSA calls for feedback in consultation on journey to FCA
The Financial Services Authority (FSA) has published the ‘Journey to the FCA’ - a paper setting out how the new regulator will operate with a consultation period now open until 14 December.
AA brands removal of tax disk insurance check 'absurd'
The AA has branded the DVLA’s proposed removal of the insurance check when car owners apply for a tax disk as “absurd”.
RK Harrison opens new Yorkshire office
RK Harrison Insurance Services has opened a new office in Richmond, North Yorkshire.
Galbraith to leave Biba
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba) has announced that chief executive Eric Galbraith will step down next year after nearly 10 years in charge.
Third party injury claims up despite fall in reported motor accidents
The frequency of third party injury (TPI) claims arising out of motor accidents increased by 6% in 2011, according to a report from the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries.
Biba announces theme for 2013 conference
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba) has selected Meeting the Growth Challenge as the theme for its 2013 conference.
Arista adds to online trading capability
Arista Insurance has upgraded its online trading capabilities to offer brokers full functionality across its product range.
IFB says brokers have "vital role" to play in tackling fraud
The Insurance Fraud Bureau (IFB) has identified brokers as having a "vital role" to play in tackling fraud.
Green broker in NIG commercial tie-up
NIG has been selected to underwrite the core commercial insurance business of Insure Green as it bids to drive growth within its combined product range.
Time for some opposite thinking
Since the Conservative-led Coalition came to power the focus has been on reducing the deficit. It is the prism through which every political decision has been refracted.
'Crash for cash' fraudster who left victims "cheated and violated" jailed
A ‘crash for cash' fraudster who left his victims feeling "cheated and violated" has been jailed for 21 months and ordered to repay £7,250.
Chartered status helps "tip the scales" for new business
Securing chartered status can help "tip the scales" in favour of winning and retaining new business.
Junction appoints new BDM in push for partnerships growth
Junction has appointed Lee Newman as business development director.
Video: A choice based on expertise and value
Is sufficient focus given to the expertise and value provided by an insurer, and does it figure highly enough when the choice of underwriter is made?
Miller boosts D&O team with double appointment
Miller has made two additions to its directors’ and officers’ (D&O) team.
Giles appoints ex-Towergate director to head up new division
Giles Insurance Brokers has appointed Nick Crocker as chairman of its newly formed real estate division.
Lorega launches new loss recovery products for SMEs
Lorega has launched two new loss recovery insurance products for UK SMEs.
Allianz Legal Protection announces motorbike tie-up with BMW
Allianz Legal Protection (ALP) has become the legal expenses provider for BMW's motorcycle brand, BMW Motorrad.