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Alan Boswell rated top broker for online visibility and reputation
Alan Boswell has been ranked the broker with the best online visibility and public reputation according to a new report.
FCA warns young drivers not to be left on the roadside by ghost brokers
The Financial Conduct Authority has warned 17-25 year olds on ghost broking scams as research finds half of young drivers have bought insurance through social media or messaging apps.
Hemming: Hiscox to continue filling ‘obvious’ cover gaps
Brokers can expect Hiscox UK to launch more commercial product extensions in the coming months, as the insurer seeks to fill “obvious gaps”.
Newly launched Momentum AR buys Devon-based broker
Start-up broker Renata Group has purchased Devon-based Abbot Insurance Consultants, as part of its long-term strategy to expand its UK footprint.
Biba to strengthen stakeholder engagement with head of public affairs hiring
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has appointed Amy Cox as head of public affairs who has committed the trade body will remain a “a constructive friend and trusted voice for government”.
Allianz to cap personal broker renewals to help them be more competitive
Allianz is planning to cap renewal premium increases for its brokered personal lines business to help intermediaries retain customers, Insurance Age has learned.
Partners& launches in Manchester
Partners& is launching in Manchester describing the investment in the city as a ‘statement of intent’.
People Moves: 11 – 15 May 2026
Keep up to date with the latest personnel moves in insurance.
Biba Conference to return to Manchester in 2027
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has confirmed Manchester will be hosting the 2027 conference on 12 and 13 May.
Biba 2026: Faulkner and Briggs named winners of Young Broker of the Year award
George Faulkner, managing director of Merlin Insurance and Jack Briggs, senior commercial account executive of KGJ Insurance Group, have been named the two Young Broker of the Year 2026 award winners by the British Insurance Brokers’ Association.
Biba 2026: Biba achieves manifesto goal with Financial Services Bill
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has achieved its number one manifesto issue with the Enhancing Financial Services Bill being announced in the King’s Speech.
Biba 2026: Griffiths & Armour’s Carl Evans wins Francis Perkins Award
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has named Griffiths & Armour’s Carl Evans as the winner of its 2026 Francis Perkins Award.
Biba 2026: Brokers need to ‘operationalise’ data to meet emerging risk challenges
The operationalisation of data is becoming more important in helping brokers and their clients make better decisions in an increasingly volatile world.
Biba 2026: Time for brokers to lead – FCA’s Sturley
Lisa Sturley, head of insurance supervision at the Financial Conduct Authority, has outlined the regulator’s aim of working collaboratively with the insurance industry to deliver “better outcomes”.
Biba 2026: Biba launches new ‘Ben the Broker’ campaign focused on cyber
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has unveiled the next stage of its national advertising campaign highlighting the value of insurance brokers to businesses.
Ex-Admiral duo to launch new broker at Biba Conference
A pair of industry veterans previously involved with Admiral’s commercial vehicle intermediary Gladiator have unveiled plans to launch a new broker at the British Insurance Brokers’ Association conference in Manchester this week.
Andy Burnham pulls out of Biba Conference
Andy Burnham, who was due to give the opening keynote address at the British Insurance Brokers’ Association’s conference on 13 May, has pulled out of the event.
Podcast: Reid and Clegg present Double Indemnity – episode seven, Howard Lickens
Clear co-founder and chair of Konsileo Howard Lickens shares his insurance insights and career experiences in the latest edition of Insurance Age’s podcast series Double Indemnity.
Intact launches Claims Charter for brokers
Intact Insurance has launched a Claims Charter, which it describes as a series of “clear and measurable commitments” designed to give brokers greater confidence in how claims are handled.
Start-up consolidator hires Brown to lead M&A in £200m push
Ascend Insurance Holdings has hired former Premium Credit and Cullum Capital Ventures leader Roger Brown as group head of mergers and acquisitions.
Coversure Network reports record year as it hones in on 40
Jensten-owned Coversure network has opened 12 new offices in the last eight months, ahead of its 40th birthday.
Markerstudy to sell MGA business with CUO Humphreys poised to exit
Markerstudy Group is set to sell its managing general agent arm to the parent company of insurer Tradex as it focuses on broking, Insurance Age has learned.
Eleven Network adds Acrisure to name in further rebrand
Appointed representatives network Eleven Network has rebranded to Acrisure Eleven Network.
One Call launches new digital insurance brand Zen
Top 100 broker One Call has launched a new brand that is claimed to offer a “no-touch, fully digital customer experience”.