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All rise, m'learned brokers
The economic downturn is likely to signal a rise in litigation against brokers, which means that they must be more aware than ever of all their legal obligations, says Martin Finigan
Acturis quote-and-buy launch eliminates broker data burden
Software provider Acturis has released an online quote-and-buy feature with the aim of helping clien...
Don't give up the fight
I have just read Melanie Hampton's excellent article. As far as I am concerned, without brokerages l...
Small broker focus - Five winning ideas for this year's business plan
Take a look through this magazine. How many stories are about new products, new ventures or other pl...
Tough at the top
Martin Friel chairs an in-depth power hour that covers burning issues from recruitment, the state of the regional market in Ipswich, the national picture for insurers and brokers and how the industry will exit its current phase in the cycle
Safe as houses
Compared with owner-occupiers, professional investment landlords tend to prioritise quality well above price when it comes to insurance, says Mark Ritchie
Giles unveils 2009 strategy and slams NU's commission stance
Chris Giles has set out his strategy for 2009 while accusing Norwich Union UK's chief executive of b...
Three new loans signed
The European Investment Bank has signed three new loans for UK small to medium-sized enterprises, to...
KPMG warns brokers 2009 will be 'tumultuous' for their businesses
Brokers have been warned that they face a "tumultuous" time in 2009 as the recession begins to bite ...
Ready for anything
And that includes expansion. Willis CEO Brendan McManus tells Michelle Worvell that it's not just about corporate survival, but also being ready to seize business opportunities
Aon to create 80 jobs
Aon will create 80 jobs within its Leicester-based affinity team, with new roles ranging from team l...
Viewpoint: Wheels are falling off the rollercoaster
With the yo-yo price cycle damaging the reputation of insurance companies, it's high time they played their part in delivering a more stable price culture, says Clive Nathan
The royal standard
Martin Friel reports on a Prince's Trust project that hopes to untangle the complexity of the insurance market for young people and make sure that any past misadventures mean they're not excluded from the market
Standing your ground
As direct insurers look to make gains in property underwriting, Edward Murray says brokers must act now if they want to retain their share of this market
Wolves at the door
Brokers are uniquely placed to help commercial landlords fend off the threats of theft, arson and diminishing rents that could yet engulf them as the downturn worsens, says Martin Friel
Allianz and Towergate strike affinity deal
Allianz Commercial has secured a three-year deal with Towergate Northampton as sole provider for a number of affinity schemes within the broker's small to medium-sized enterprise book of business.
PB Week: A new president for uncertain times
It has been uncertain times since returning after the new year break as managers attempt to work out how bad 2009 is going to be, writes Andrew Tjaardstra, editor, Professional Broking .
Towergate reshuffles southern retail division
Towergate has announced a series of key senior appointments to its retail division in the South.
The Third Force 2009
Listing of wholesalers, networks, alliances, managing underwriting groups and franchisors
LV expands regional network
The LV broker division has further expanded its regional network with the opening of a new office in Birmingham.
Chubb Europe now domiciled in the UK
As of 1 January 2009 Chubb Insurance Europe is now registered in the UK as Chubb Insurance Company of Europe SE (CICE SE) and is regulated and authorised by the UK's Financial Services Authority (FSA).
UK SMEs benefit from £650m of EIB finance in 2008
The European Investment Bank (EIB) has signed three new generation EIB loans for small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK for a total of £650m (EUR 720m). Three UK banks - Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS), Barclays Bank and Bank of Scotland (HBOS)…
Giles completes first acquisition of 2009
Giles Insurance Brokers has acquired LRG Insurance Services. This is Giles' first acquisition of the year and follows 21 acquisitions in 2008. Ashley Cooper, currently managing director of LRG, will take on the position of regional director within Giles.
WR Berkley Insurance (Europe) acquires
WR Berkley Insurance (Europe), (WRB Europe) has completed the acquisition of Irish Professional Risks to form WR Berkley Insurance Ireland.