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LV Broker extends Coversure product relationship
LV Broker's home insurance product ABC is now available through broker Coversure.
Broker optimism on the up
Optimism among insurance brokers rose marginally in the first three months of 2013, according to the latest CBI/PwC financial services survey.
Bollington eyes up "major" Scotland role
Bollington has set its sights on becoming one of Scotland's "major brokers" with the appointment of two regional account managers.
Bluefin appoints new HNW chief
Bluefin Insurance has appointed Steve Hook as head of high net worth (HNW).
Willis swoops for PI specialist Prime Professions
Willis has bought professional indemnity (PI) specialist Prime Professions.
Aviva cites market volatility after PI pullback
Aviva has cited the volatility of the professional indemnity (PI) market following its decision to stop writing business for non-corporates and standalone policies.
Bluefin appoints Boden as chairman
Bluefin has appointed George Boden as non-executive chairman of the board.
BP Marsh rules out Towergate swoop as it targets "anything that moves"
BP Marsh is targeting new investment opportunities to make use of the £29.2m generated from the sale of its 80% stake in Hyperion to General Atlantic.
FCA board members confirmed
The members of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) board have been confirmed for when the new regulator starts operating on 1 April 2013.
Carpe diem! Sentiment Survey enters last-chance saloon
It is the last chance for brokers to get involved with the first Sentiment Survey of 2013 and make sure their views on the likes of dual pricing and regulation are heard by insurers.
Biba and SEIB team up for new equestrian scheme
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba) has appointed South Essex Insurance Brokers (SEIB) to provide a new equestrian scheme to its members.
Hyperion plans to go public as equity firm buys 30% stake
Equity firm General Atlantic has agreed to buy 30% of the shares in Hyperion Insurance Group, as the broking group prepares to float.
SSP appoints Glennard to client role
SSP has appointed Gary Glennard as head of client programme delivery for Europe.
Brimecome replaces Hamilton as Axa chairman
Axa UK has appointed Ian Brimecome as chairman of the board replacing Anthony Hamilton who is retiring, having been in the role since September 2000.
Protect Association chief Devine signs up with Allianz
Steve Devine, chairman of the Protect Association, has joined Allianz Global Assistance to work with the company’s business development team.
FSA fines Pru £30m and censures CEO
The Financial Services Authority (FSA) has hit Prudential with a £30m fine and criticised CEO Tidjane Thiam.
Lloyd’s profits approach £3bn
Lloyd’s has announced a profit of £2.77bn for 2012, reversing a loss of £516m in 2011. The market also saw an improvement in its combined ratio to 91.1%.
Broker Sentiment Survey enters last 48 hours – don’t miss out
There are only 48 hours for brokers to get involved with the first Sentiment Survey of 2013 and make sure their views on the likes of dual pricing and regulation are heard by insurers.
Lucky 13 for RK Harrison as profits up again
RK Harrison has recorded a 13th successive year of growth and increasing profit.
La Playa sets out acquisitions role for Mullee
Matthew Mullee, co-founder and formerly private client director at La Playa has been appointed director of growth and acquisition for the broker.
Bollington names new COO in string of senior appointments
Bollington has appointed David Simpson as chief operating officer, with responsibility for finance and operations.
Nash joins Miller
Richard Nash, a specialist in global property and casualty programme design and placement for UK and European corporates, has joined Miller.
CII group proposes London Market internship framework
The Chartered Insurance Institute’s (CII) London Market faculty New Generation group has proposed a new internship programme to help young people begin a career in the market.
LV Broker claims 'real-time' first with broker system
LV Broker has unveiled a new management system designed to help brokers control their accounts online.