Partners& strikes pair of deals

- By Emmanuel Kenning
- @brokingbod
- 09 May 2025
- Indicative reading time: 2 minutes

Partners& has bought Glasgow-based Blackford Group and Directors & Professionals, a commercial broker in Tunbridge Wells, in its first deals of 2025.

The acquisitions follow on from Partners& making eight in 2024 and were first revealed by M&A specialists Marshberry.

Blackford Group brings a 20-strong team to Partners&. The broker was founded in 2019 and provides commercial insurance and cover for high-net worth individuals. It rebranded to Partners& last month having been bought in February.

D&P’s expertise in professional risks complements our existing capabilities in Scotland and the West Country and enhances our ability to serve this

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