Former Westinsure member joins rival network

People in a contract negotiation

The Purple Partnership has signed its 50th member, former Westinsure broker, Fletcher Smith Insurances.

The Sheffield-based broker had been part of the Westinsure network for a number of years but a change in management last year led to it reviewing its position.

Wayne Craven, director at Fletcher Smith, explained: "We're fiercely independent but great believers in what a good network can offer us. This business had been part of a network for a number of years prior to us acquiring control last year and, having decided to review our position, we very much liked what Purple has to offer.

"It gives

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