Markel bullish about its regional network

Insurer Markel has announced that it will be targeting its UK regional business for further expansion this year.

Markel (UK) underwrites professional indemnity and commercial lines on behalf of fellow Markel International divisions Syndicate 3000 at Lloyd's and Markel International Insurance.

The company, which recently launched a range of employment-practice liability products, distributes through regional brokerages, operating a network with branches in Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester and