Broker
Keeping it close-knit
With so many different models available and some networks increasingly putting commercialism at the top of their agenda, Edward Murray explores how brokers can get the most out of such a collaboration
Linking up
In this month's debate, network leaders come together to explore partnership benefits and success stories and question whether the thriving sector has now reached full capacity. Liz McMahon reports
Taking a back seat
With a track record of successful leadership, Swinton's front man has decided it is time to step down as CEO. However, as Martin Friel finds out, Patrick Smith still intends to do a bit of back-seat driving in his role as chairman
Higos doubles home emergency cover
Policy now allows for three £500 claims per year
Purple Partnership launches new ULR offering
The network has joined with DAS to provide a new uninsured loss recovery facility to members
Aon and XL Insurance team up
The partnership aims to bring new capacity to the solicitors' professional indemnity market
Zurich chief calls for action
David Smith, Zurich's UK managing director of general insurance (broker division) talks to PB editor Andrew Tjaardstra in the latest PB video.
CBG reports fall in broking revenue and profit
Overall profit before tax down by £730, 000
MMA appoints claims director
Former Budget director takes up permanent post with broker-only insurer
Brokers call for more action on trade credit insurance
Experts have welcomed changes to the government's top-up scheme but say that more help is needed
New indemnity MGA launched
Tobell Underwriting Agency enters PI market
Marsh to axe jobs in Dublin
Marsh Ireland is transferring its finance function to the UK in a move which is set to result in 20 job cuts in the Irish capital
RSA's new MNW offering to go direct
The insurer has launched a new enhanced online MNW offering to brokers before making it available direct through More Than
Most brokers have to battle harder to secure claims pay outs, says Biba
New research also reveals that more than 90% of brokers secure an increased payment on a claim following an initial lower offer from insurers
AA Insurance warns motor premiums could rise if new proposals given green light
The broker is concerned about plans to allow police to issue fixed penalty notices for careless driving