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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.
RK Harrison claims first with art market PI product
RK Harrison Insurance Services has launched a new professional indemnity (PI) product for art market professionals.
Quindell announces "earnings enchancing" acquisition of Metaskil
Software outsourcing firm Quindell has acquired insurance solutions provider Metaskil in a deal predicted to be "significantly earnings enhancing".
UK Broker Conference 2012: Fixation on low prices remains
Price plays a significant role in influencing consumer choices about insurance, according to a panel discussion hosted by Insurance Age.
Yutree unveils founding member and former Bluefin man as MD
Yutree Insurance has appointed founding member Kevin Hancock as its managing director (MD).
UK Broker Conference 2012: Brokers warned of "pre-emptive" action
The Financial Service Authority's (FSA) head of wholesale and general insurance warned brokers that the incoming Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) will not just be the FSA "with a different letter".
UK Broker Conference 2012: Education key to economic recovery
Education should play a key part in harnessing an economic recovery, delegates were told at the 2012 Broker Conference keynotes speech.
Coleman reappointed as broker to the RNLI
Coleman Insurance Brokers has been reappointed as broker to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI).
Choosing an insurer: The bigger picture
Price is naturally a factor medium-sized businesses consider when choosing an insurance partner, but it's time they learned that it shouldn't be the most important.
Choosing an insurer: Avoiding the money trap
The rush to the bottom over price by customers can only hurt the industry, but brokers are well placed to stop the rot by offering their clients advice on the difference that choosing the right insurer can make.
The final steps of the Chartered Insurance Brokers application process
So you have met the Chartered Insurance Institute's (CII) definition of an insurance broker.
New commercial casualty claims chief at LMI
Liberty Mutual Insurance (LMI) has appointed Nikki Barrett-Browne as commercial casualty claims manager.
Travelers continues recruitment drive with new Europe underwriting chief
Rob Cage has been appointed chief underwriting officer for Travelers in Europe.
Blanc warns on commission disclosure
Peter Blanc, chief executive officer at Oval, has warned that brokers should expect full transparency on commissions within five years.
Carlson Capital brings stake in Barbican to over 90%
Carlson Capital has increased its stake in Barbican, and now owns over 90% of the company.
Arthur J Gallagher blames acquistion costs for 2011 loss
Arthur J Gallagher UK blamed acquisition costs for its £2.8m loss for the year ended 31 December 2011.