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ICO fines Arron Banks' Eldon and Leave.EU £120,000
Regulator set to review how Eldon and Leave.EU are complying with data protection laws.
FCA takes regulatory control in event of no deal Brexit
The watchdog has been granted temporary transitional power to delay changes made under the EU Withdrawal Act.
Gallagher profits surge again in 2018
Group revenue rises by 11% in the year.
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Renovation launches product for unoccupied properties
The MGA, launched last year by former Sterling head Nicholas Cooper, has designed the cover for larger residential and commercial properties.
Profits rebound for Marsh owner in 2018
Global giant’s revenue rises 6.6%.
ERS expands agriculture portfolio
New policy covers agricultural machinery and any vehicles used at golf clubs, garden centres, local sports grounds, zoos, safari parks and attractions.
FSCS to hit brokers with extra levy bill next month, warns Biba
Trade body also predicts 2019/20 levies will be higher.
PRA CEO letter warns action is needed on cyber
Regulator calls on providers to cover more ground on cyber in relation to risk management, risk appetite and strategy, and pledges to continue to keep cyber insurance underwriting risk under review.
Lisa Powis-backed broker tech platform launches
Broker Commercial & General has signed up to Iotatech’s pay-per-use platform.
NIG extends broker training programme with new courses
The insurer said Connect for Brokers is designed to help brokers build a customer-centric culture across their organisation.
FCA data shows rise in average home insurance payouts
Process piloted with 31 insurers is set to be made compulsory for all firms and most products.
Brokers call on Ageas to keep up service level following office closures
The provider is set to shut Port Solent and Stoke-on-Trent operations.
MCL InsureTech to expand into Northern Ireland market
The broker, headquartered in Coleraine, plans to create up to 50 new jobs over the next five years.
Cyber experts dispute Mactavish report
Market “utterly perplexed” by report which accused some brokers of “scaremongering” to sell products and suggested some cover did not match the needs of companies.
FCA consults on making value data compulsory
Regulator proposing to extend pilot programme to all firms and to cover most general insurance products.
Biba picks Home & Legacy for HNW scheme
Trade body lists underwriting, service, claims and e-trading benefits for members.
InsurTech Futures: Ex-AIG boss Jacqueline McNamee's C-Quence launches
Start-up MGA unveils management liability product and tech platform.
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InsurTech Futures: BGL invests £3m in new tech hub
Firm is set to create 40 new tech jobs.
Romero posts income rise in 2018
Broker also reveals 30% increase in adjusted Ebitda.
Allianz head of commercial motor Jon Dye leaves for QBE
He replaces Roger Ball and takes responsibility for QBE’s motor trade and motor fleet business.
Wholesale provider Cavere Intermediary launches
Technology-driven business aims to disrupt the market.