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UK Broker Awards 2026 shortlist revealed
Today Insurance Age can reveal the shortlist for the 2026 UK Broker Awards.
Biba recruits ‘great match’ Maxwell as Northern regional manager
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has appointed Lesley Maxwell as regional manager for the North.
Clear adds to portfolio in Scotland with Spence Insurance
Clear Group has added Spence Insurance, based in Scotland’s Central Belt, to its roster after moving into the country last December.
Floods-impacted homeowners hit with 121% premium gap
Homeowners living in properties that have previously been flooded are paying 121% more than the UK average, according to new research.
Superscript to open new Glasgow office and promotes trio
Superscript has announced plans to open a third office in Scotland and unveiled a series of promotions as part of what it has described as “next phase of growth”.
Mabb moves to advisory role as Webb named RMD of Romero
Regional managing director of Romero, Simon Mabb, will switch to an advisory role at Gallagher being succeeded by ex-Marsh leader Jonathan Webb.
Neil Jenkinson to leave Biba after 10 years
Neil Jenkinson is set to leave his role of regional manager for the North, Scotland and Northern Ireland at the British Insurance Brokers’ Association at the end of February.
People Moves: 2 – 6 February 2026
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Clear moves into Scotland with Cairn Corporate buy
Clear Group has made its first purchase in Scotland snapping up commercial broker Cairn Corporate based in Kirkcaldy, Fife.
Nicol returns to Marsh to lead in Scotland
Kevin Nicol has been appointed managing director for corporate and commercial in Scotland at Marsh, returning to the broker and succeeding Jon Webb.
Howden acquires Aviva-backed Scottish insurance scheme
Howden has agreed to acquire the insurance services from the Church of Scotland, following a strategic review of its insurance provision.
Jensten reveals first deal of the post-Bain Capital buyout era
Jensten Group has acquired commercial broker Northern Counties which has offices in Gateshead and Glasgow.
FSCS declares Scottish broker in default
The Financial Services Compensation Scheme has declared Scottish broker Arthur Temlett, trading as Abacus Insurance Consultants, as being ‘in default’ in its latest update on the ongoing situation.
JMG buys insurtech broker Taveo
JMG Group has snapped up the insurance broking trade and assets of Glasgow-headquartered Taveo Group.
Edinburgh regional review: Brokers push forward despite lack of physical insurer presence
Despite zero insurer presence in Edinburgh, brokers are still optimistic for the Scottish capital city as recruitment and a tougher economic climate are cited as the main the challenges.
Ventis expands into Scotland
Commercial and residential real estate managing general agent Ventis has launched in Scotland, under the leadership of Karen Feeney.
Partners& strikes pair of deals
Partners& has bought Glasgow-based Blackford Group and Directors & Professionals, a commercial broker in Tunbridge Wells, in its first deals of 2025.
UK economic losses from natural catastrophes hit $800m in 2024 – Swiss Re
UK economic losses caused by natural catastrophes reaching $800m (£596.6m) in 2024 has shone a spotlight on the urgent need to strengthen resilience against future events, according to Swiss Re.
FCA ends Scottish broker’s trading permissions after dual pricing attestation and response failures
The Financial Conduct Authority has cancelled L R Kennedy Insurance Services’ permission to carry out regulated activities with immediate effect.
People Moves: 22 – 25 April 2025
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Ecclesiastical grows presence in Scotland opening office in Glasgow
Ecclesiastical Insurance has opened an office in Glasgow after it saw a surge in new business in Scotland.