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Steve Smith: “We wanted to help brokers win business”
Smith Greenfield boss explains why the company has launched Confidas to provide mid and HNW insurance.
The Digital Broker 2015 - As it happened
Couldn't make it to the Radisson Stansted for The Digital Broker 2015 event? Insurance Age was there and created a live blog documenting what happened as it happened.
Clear reports drop in profit
CEO Howard Lickens says fall is due to the broker investing in office relocations.
FCA proposes measures to increase value of GI products
Regulator asks industry for feedback.
The Zurich Insurance Masters: Battle commences
Brokers praise conditions as they vie with each other.
FCA questions validity of cost of regulation comparisons
Biba vows to continue to push the message of the disproportionate cost of regulation as FCA hikes fees by 8.5%.
The Zurich Insurance Masters: Golfers practise
Brokers prepare for 18-hole shoot-out.
In Focus Video: Powerplace relaunch
Powerplace CEO reveals all about the brand's relaunch
Smith Greenfield launches new mid to HNW insurance brand
Confidas insurance will only be available via brokers.
Extranets “have had their day”
Ageas’ Allison Hughes says extranets have a place but way forward is comparative systems.
Brokers hit by 8.5% FCA fee rise
Regulator reveals plans to consult on FSCS levy in 2016.
QBE extends deal with PowerPlace
Insurer's tradesman product now available to brokers in Northern Ireland.
Clydesdale Bank to lend £50m to brokers
Head of insurance Paul Hambrook says bank is on course to lend that amount in its curent financial year.
Legal & General plans office reshuffle
Insurer confirms its locations are undergoing consultations.
Philip Smith wins €1.25m from RSA for unfair dismissal
Former RSA Ireland chief executive Smith wins constructive dismissal case following his resignation in November 2013.
Aviva to create tech ‘garage’
Insurer confirms ‘Digital First’ tech hub in the heart of Tech City in London’s Shoreditch set up to help trade with brokers and customers.
COO Tim Philip leaves Bluefin
He worked for the broker as chief operating officer for two years.
Hester hails S&P’s continued A rating of RSA
CEO says decision reflects insurer’s “significant progress”.
Broking break: Top spots for motorcycle ownership
To mark Ride to Work Week, Ageas has put together a list of the UK’s top motorcycle cities.
Insurance Island Risks – Former Oxygen boss Nigel Barton
This sixth instalment of Insurance Island Risks, sees Torus Insurance non-executive chairman Nigel Barton step into the booth.
Craig Tracey MP plans to promote small businesses
The former Dunelm Insurance Brokers owner says government needs to understand the impact of regulation on small independent brokers.
Deloitte: Connected homes to revolutionise household market
Firm warns insurers of potentially tricky times ahead.
CII opens for applications to New Generation programme
Deadline to enter year-long 2015/2016 programme is 7 August.
Broker Direct targets urban postcodes with new motor product
Policy developed in partnership with Ageas.