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Broker Expo 2026 Countdown Q&A: Driversure’s Paul Rose
Ahead of the Broker Expo Paul Rose, director at Driversure, outlines how his firm is aiming to help brokers create a USP that will allow them to win new business more successfully; and touts Richard Branson as a prospective investor in the business.
Some of the most useful conversations start with the simple question: “Can you help me with this?”
Even the most established insurance broker, with strong insurer relationships and well-developed placement strategies, will occasionally come across a risk or business challenge that doesn’t quite fit the usual route. Blink Insurance Solutions divisional…
Top 100 UK brokers report ‘crazy’ commercial rate reductions up to 50%
A number of Top 100 UK brokers have seen “crazy” rate reductions of between 40% and 50%, with savings in the hundreds of thousands of pounds during the ongoing competitive soft market, Insurance Age can reveal.
How premium finance can support every insurance broker conversation
For many businesses, the insurance conversation has evolved from finding the right cover, at the right level for the right price to include a discussion about how to pay for it. That is something brokers should be considering – especially given the state…
Building better brokerages – leadership, talent and technology
Broker Expo 2026 Countdown: Building a successful brokerage today requires far more than organic growth. From attracting talent and embracing new technology to developing culture and productivity, Rachel Gordon delves into this topic ahead of an Expo…
Saga broking business improves profit as it strikes deal with Allianz on pet insurance
Saga’s broking business has reported profit before tax improved to £15.9m (H1 2025: £9.1m) in the first half of 2026 on reduced gross written premiums of £266.4m (H1 2025: £279.7m).
Renovation Underwriting’s James Guthrie on helping brokers stay ahead of insurance gaps
Broker Expo attendee James Guthrie, head of broker engagement at Renovation Underwriting, explains why it is important for brokers to have conversations around renovation projects early to identify insurance gaps before they become an issue.
Growing FCA attestation appetite a warning for brokers
The Financial Conduct Authority has increased the level of attestation requests dished out to insurance firms in recent years, and the serious regulatory tool is one brokers need to keep a keen eye on according to compliance specialists.
Momentum broker launches with ex-Erskine Murray boss backing
CPC Insurance Brokers has launched, with backing from former Erskine Murray owner Tom Bartleet. Founder of the new firm, Paul Huntley, has highlighted the buzz from getting his first client along with the importance of building trust over the long term.
Why insurer oversight cannot become another regulatory box-ticking exercise
With regulatory workloads continuing to grow and the FCA maintaining its focus on customer outcomes, Insurance DataLab co-founder Matt Scott explains why brokers need a practical, evidence-led approach to insurer oversight.
TH March boosted turnover and headcount in year of EOT switch
Top 100 UK broker TH March grew turnover by 5% in the financial year it switched to an employee ownership trust, a filing at Companies House has revealed.
Broker Expo Countdown Q&A: RE:NU Underwriting’s Mark Cross
Ahead of RE:NU Underwriting’s debut at Broker Expo 2026, CUO Mark Cross explains how the new MGA will combine experienced underwriting, technology and enriched data to make residential and commercial property owners risks – including unoccupied and non…
Specialist advice, specialist value – creating a competitive advantage through expertise
Broker Expo 2026 Countdown: As clients become more diverse and risks more complex, specialist knowledge is becoming one of the industry’s greatest differentiators. Rachel Gordon argues fortune favours the niche players ahead of an Expo panel session next…
TBIG’s Chris Clacy on why one day out of the office really can create opportunities that last for years
Chris Clacy, business development director at The Broker Investment Group, explains why Broker Expo is a great opportunity to step away from the day to day and have the conversations that can create genuine opportunities for the year ahead.
Broker awaiting trial on embezzlement charges
The Financial Conduct has secured a bankruptcy order against Arthur Temlett.
Beazley’s Sam Franks on helping businesses navigate an era of converging risks
Businesses are not looking at risks in isolation; they are trying to understand how different pressures interact; and that creates an opportunity for brokers to differentiate through advice, argues Sam Franks, country manager and head of partner…
The new shape of broking – consolidation, investment and the next generation of broker businesses
Broker Expo 2026 Countdown: New ownership models, private investment and entrepreneurial broker groups are creating different opportunities for firms to grow while maintaining their identity. Ahead of the Expo panel session next week Rachel Gordon…
Ageas’ Claire Green on why listening, innovation and partnership matter more than ever
As director of distribution at Ageas, Claire Green works closely with brokers across the UK, giving her a front-row seat to the opportunities, challenges and evolving trends shaping the industry. Ahead of Broker Expo 2026, she shares what she’s most…
Blog: Supporting insurance people when they need us most
Victoria Sutton, marketing and communications manager at The Insurance Charity, explains why it is engaging with Broker Expo at the NEC on 8 October and what it can do to help brokers in need.
Movo launches broker investment arm targeting minority and majority stakes
Movo Partnership has launched a broker investment arm – MovoQ – to buy minority and majority stakes in brokers, Insurance Age can reveal.
People Moves: 21 – 25 September 2026
Keep up to date with the latest personnel moves in insurance.