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RSA broker chief Paul Donaldson to retire in 2014
RSA has confirmed that Paul Donaldson, group broker relationship and sales director, will retire in early 2014.
Premium Credit boss voices support for FSA premium finance probe
Premium Credit has backed the regulator's review into brokers' premium finance deals, insisting that there should "always be full transparency" for any financial product.
Axa and Prestige in £150m capacity deal
Axa Commercial Lines and Personal Intermediary has signed a five-year capacity deal worth £150m with Prestige Underwriting Services.
Lark Group sees improved results following Groupama MBO
Lark Group has reported an EBITDA of £5.6m for 2012, up 12% from the £5m reported in 2011.
Brokers' FSCS interim levy confirmed as £16m
Brokers will be hit with an interim Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) levy of £16m - down from the £20m previously predicted, Insurance Age can reveal.
Pearce retires from TEn
David Pearce has retired from his role as non-executive chairman of TEn Insurance.
New Biba CEO White vows to show "courage"
The British Insurance Brokers' Association's (Biba) new chief executive Steve White has pledged to address broker concerns and represent members with "courage".
Networks issue rallying cry despite Aviva and Willis split
Broker networks have insisted they still have a crucial role in the market place despite Aviva's decision to withdraw from the Willis Network.
White urged to make Biba fight harder for brokers
The appointment of Steve White as the new CEO of the British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba) has been welcomed by brokers but he has been warned of needing to rise to the challenges the trade body’s membership faces.
Willis Network bullish despite Aviva withdrawal
Willis Network has shrugged off its split with Aviva, insisting that it chose not to strike a deal with Aviva to extend its relationship beyond December 2013.
Steve White appointed new chief executive of Biba
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (Biba) has appointed Steve White, currently head of compliance and training at the trade body, to the post of chief executive.
Transport committee in whiplash investigation
The Transport Committee has called for evidence on reducing the number and costs of whiplash claims.
Aviva splits with Willis Networks
Aviva will not be renewing its participation as an insurer panel member for Willis Networks as of 31 December 2013.
Vet slapped with suspended jail term for £10,000 insurance con
A veterinary surgeon has been hit with a suspended jail term for conning an insurer out of almost £10,000.
Broker Apprentice Episode Seven: The interview
It’s the final task of the series as the five broker apprentice contestants take on Chris Hanks in a one-to-one interview.
Man City's Tevez faces court after driving without insurance
Manchester City forward Carlos Tevez has been charged with driving without insurance while also disqualified and will appear in court next month.
Henderson teams up with Acturis
Henderson Insurance Brokers (HIBL) has gone live on the Acturis system, the largest independent broker to opt for the technology provider’s system in the last two years.
BGL jumps into Biba online debate
The BGL Group has countered the British Insurance Brokers' Association's (Biba) views on the transactional nature of insurance, describing them as "prehistoric".
Professionalism: Insurers must support brokers to become chartered
Zurich believes it is important for both insurers and brokers to pursue chartered status as it helps to “drive higher standards”.
RWA warns of broker negligence push
RWA Group has urged brokers to be "vigilant" after learning that an insurer has been pushing a client to "pursue a claim for negligence" against a broker.
Video: What the Papers Say latest edition
In the March edition, James Sharp, business development director at TEn Insurance, tackles the subject of increasing FSCS levies.
Lockton expands regional wholesale team with ex-JLT chief
Lockton has appointed Greg Sands as business development executive at its Lloyd’s and London Market wholesale unit in Manchester.
Westinsure considers appeal after VAT ruling
Westinsure MD Norrie Erwin insisted that the broker network is now "considering an appeal" following a tax tribunal decision that networks must charge full UK VAT at 20%.
Bupa blames economy for 22% UK profit drop
Bupa blamed the "disappointing" performance of its UK arm on the economy as its profits plunged by 22% during 2012.