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The Source launches new-build household scheme
Firm cites broker demand for a specialist new-build household policy.
SSP integrates online solutions
Software specialist claims move will give brokers easier access to products.
Rural takes six from Towergate
MGA opens Darlington office with six staff from Towergate-owned BIB.
Biba launches legal helpline for members
New service comes in partnership with Abbey Legal Protection.
Transactor signs up with MyLicence
Transactor Global Solutions develops initiative providing access to MIB hub.
Leslie Hughes awarded OBE
The founder of Hughes Insurance was joined on the Queen's New Year's Honours List by Nicholas Cooper and Ashton West.
American private equity firm joins battle for Towergate
Apollo is thought to be preparing a £715m debt-for-equity swap.
Senior creditors express interest in acquiring Towergate
Proposal consists of £1 plus debt bid.
South Essex Insurance Brokers rebrands
The broker is now SEIB Insurance Brokers to reflect its nationwide and international business.
Henderson Insurance Brokers appoints Stacy Dodd
She joins as commercial broker to serve the Yorkshire holiday market.
White outlines Biba’s achievements in 2014
Biba boss Steve White looks back on 2014 and considers how the government is working to combat fraud.
A&A Group has profitable momentum, says Allen
Management claims the business has the right foundations for growth in 2015.
Top players losing share of household insurance market
Report says a condensed market and a shift in distribution model could threaten future profitability.
Axa’s underwriting model “bearing fruit”
Axa’s Laurent Matras tells us about business in 2014 and what surprised him most during the year.
Working in a winter wonderland
Thankfully he doesn't need it - but we take a look at how much it could cost Father Christmas to insure his magical Christmas Eve journey.
Profits soar by 65% at Henderson
Turnover up to £24.5m for Leeds-based broker.
Towergate trading update reveals further income falls
Troubled consolidator warns of delays on insurer deals.
Haynes hopes for growth
Arag’s David Haynes talks about what surprised him most in 2014.
A&A Group posts £4.5m loss for 2013
Firm reports sharp fall in turnover.
Axa renews with Cherish Insurance
Five-year deal predicted to be worth £20m in GWP.
Japanese insurer invests £105m in Insure The Box telematics firm
Deal sees Catlin get £85m for its stake in technology-based business.
"Double-digit growth" for Bruce Stevenson
Edward Bruce talks about growth in 2014 and predicts it will continue next year.
Index shows falling home and motor insurance premiums
Premiums also fall for SMEs but rise for mid-market commercial businesses.
Staysure to recruit 50 new staff in 2015
Company is looking for full- and part-time sales and customer service staff to meet demand.