News
RSA sees increase in UK net written premiums
Insurer reports 9% rise in UK commercial NWP in the first quarter of 2015.
Aviva net written premium up to £855m
Q1 results show net written premium grows 1% to £855m.
Markel sees combined ratio drop to 83%
Combined ratio falls from 95% in Q1 2014 to 83% in Q1 2015 and insurer sees opportunities in the UK.
Webinar: E-trading complex risks now on demand
Our exclusive webinar examining e-trading complex risks featuring Aviva, Acturis and Insurance Octopus is available now.
Biba 2015 Video: Ageas
Cathy Taylor, head of commercial underwriting and operations at Ageas UK talks about the insurers growth plans and highlights its small fleet product launch.
Biba 2015 Video: Regulatory Efficiency Gains
Michael Phair, director of Regulatory Efficiency Gains tells all about how its products can help brokers with compliance and risk assessment.
The Burley Group reveals ambitious growth plans
MD Matthew Mawson says the broker plans to make acquisitions, add staff and expand following refinancing.
Howden buys specialist care brokers
Broker aims to grow in the care sector by by acquiring Care Home Insurance Services and PrimeCare.
The Burley Group refinances with Yorkshire Bank
Broker plans to focus on growth and recruitment following the six-figure deal.
Video: Spring Sentiment Survey revealed
The first Sentiment Survey of 2015 is out now. Here Ageas CEO for insurance, François-Xavier Boisseau, exclusively shares his views on the results.
Bruce Stevenson partners with Hiscox
Broker says it is first in Scotland to be awarded delegated authority by the high net worth insurer.
Online venture for younger people "unique" says founder Rodilosso
Julie Rodilosso says offering was inspired by the words of Jeremy Clarkson.
S&P removes Das from negative watch
Das CEO welcomes affirmation of A rating from S&P.
Egan: Towergate getting back to business
An exclusive Q & A with the consolidator’s interim chief executive officer.
Julie Rodilosso launches 'social-based insurance' for younger people
Online facility will combine social content with products covering insurance, finance and telecommunications.
Axa completes senior management team with northern hire
New recruit brings experience from Towergate and Aon to the role.
Principal selects Transactor for Ireland operation
Broker says Transactor's software platform supports its business needs.
Towergate hires in Scotland
Broker adds staff from Marsh and Central as it seeks to reinforce local market offering.
In-depth: How do you solve a problem like professional liability?
Edward Murray investigates how brokers can make inroads into the static, soft, and difficult to break into professional liability market.
Brightside tipped to lead the hunt for Autonet
Bristol-based broker linked with van specialist.
Operating income drops 7% in Aon’s broking division
Unit saw revenues decrease in the first three months of 2015.
UK Broker Awards: Winning was an accolade for the whole office
Bluefin’s Matthew Weeks says winning the Young Broker of the Year award has helped him in his career.
Former LV employee arrested on fraud suspicions
Action follows suspicions around payments in exchange for unlawfully passing on information about third party road traffic collision victims.
Stackhouse Poland buys Cheam Insurance Brokers
The group will have a combined GWP over £100m.