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2019 in review: September's top stories
The arrival of Autumn brought a turbulent month for the industry, with several big name departures and arrivals.
Broker turned Tory MP Craig Tracey re-elected with record majority
Tracey, who is chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Insurance and Financial Services, got 65.9% of votes in North Warwickshire and Bedworth.
Christmas Q&A with Mark Bower-Dyke
The Be Wiser boss reflects on the top insurance issues of 2019 and shares his predictions for the industry in 2020.
Uinsure adds UK General to panel
The provider also works with LV, Axa, Ageas and RSA.
2019 in review: August's top stories
Readers were most interested by closures at Swinton in August, as PIB announced its intention to seek a new investor by 2021.
Willis IRM buys Leeds broker
The Belfast-based company has purchased Hale Kavanagh.
Quizzical questions: 13 December 2019
Test your knowledge of the week's news with our topical quiz.
Kingsbridge refutes sale discussion rumours
CEO James Twining says the broker is "currently not in a sales process" following speculation it had been in talks with Gallagher.
Amanda Blanc chooses Trov as exclusive InsurTech signing
Firm stated that Blanc will not become an advisor at any other global InsurTech.
Pukka steps away from Gefion
The MGA moved away from the troubled unrated Danish provider earlier this year.
2019 in review: July's top stories
In July, the market was shocked by the departure of Amanda Blanc from Zurich after only nine months in the CEO EMEA role.
GRP silent as potential buyers named
Searchlight and Apax Partners are believed to be in talks with the consolidator over taking a stake in the business.
Gefion set end of year liquidity deadline by Danish regulator
The struggling unrated Danish provider must have €5m in liquid assets by end of this month as watchdog points to “serious” problems.
Ethos adds Hugh J Boswell as its tenth regional powerhouse
Norwich-based broker will keep its brand and brings a GWP of £22m to Ethos.
Tory broker Melanie Hampton predicts "unusual" election
The Alexander Miller MD, who is a Conservative cabinet member on Wandsworth Council, says voting patterns are changing and highlights her belief in the importance of securing a Brexit deal.
CBL Insurance Europe ordered to cease paying claims
Ireland-based insurer was placed in administration in 2018.
2019 in review: June's top stories
The start of Summer brought with it the revelation that now Prime Minister Boris Johnson was paid £25,540 by Biba to speak at its conference.
Elite Insurance goes into administration
The Gibraltar-based insurer closed to new business in July 2017.
Saffron buys Cambridgeshire-based Stuart & Co
Deal is broker's sixth since Ethos Broking took a majority stake in the business in 2018.
Lorega expands cyber product for homeowners
Product offers 24/7 advice, incident investigation and restoration services in the event of a cyber attack.
Lloyd’s launches trans and non-binary inclusion guide
Market believes the guide is appropriate for insurance firms of all sizes.
Inga Beale joins Clyde & Co's board
Law firm says former Lloyd's boss Beale will have a special focus on diversity and inclusion in her new role.
Blog: Why Excess of Loss is key in the current casualty market?
Pat Wood, of Manchester Underwriting Management, digs into the importance of Excess of Loss cover amid a capacity crunch.
2019 in review: May's top stories
The top stories in May were dominated by insolvencies, run-offs, liquidations, and redundancies.