Risk management
Broker opens ninth UK office with Bristol branch
Top 100 broker Verlingue has opened in Bristol, its ninth UK office location.
Insider fraud demands a joined-up insurance response
Nick Burgess, head of professional and management risks at Markel UK, lays out the connected pitfalls and the solutions brokers need to consider to support clients’ organisational resilience in the fight against insider fraud.
Martin aims for top corporate spot with Aviva Premier
Aviva leader Dave Martin explains why after expansion in digital, SME and mid-market, targeting top of the table in the corporate insurance space is the logical next step on the journey, and how its new proposition will deliver for the changing needs of…
Aviva launches redesigned Aviva Premier in expanding mid-market push
Aviva is ending the £250m turnover and £250,000 premium limits for UK firms in its regional offices as it targets more growth with brokers in larger mid-market business, Insurance Age can reveal.
Research finds human error involved in the majority of cyber losses
More than 85% of incurred cyber losses in the first half of 2026 stemmed from attacks exploiting human error, claims data from Resilience has found.
Arch survey ranks geopolitical instability as top construction risk concern
Arch Insurance International has called for “closer collaboration between insurers, brokers and clients” as geopolitical instability topped its first construction risk survey, cited by 59% of respondents.
Summer heat and fire risks - are your personal lines customers prepared?
A heatwave is underway, but are our homes protected? This content highlights why now is a good time for brokers to speak to personal lines customers about how extreme heat can affect their homes and gardens as well as the increased risk of fires.
UK Broker Awards 2026 shortlist revealed
Today Insurance Age can reveal the shortlist for the 2026 UK Broker Awards.
The AI boomerang: Why 2026 is the year broker work outran the broker
Clients now use AI to generate work at a volume brokers cannot match by hand, so demand on brokers is climbing. This blog sheds light on the emergence of AI boomerang, the impact on broker workflows and how successful brokers can stay ahead by pairing…
SRG expands global specialty platform with acquisition
Specialist Risk Group has acquired Superian Insurance Group to strengthen its capabilities across specialty risk.
Swift action helps keep a golf club trading after fire
When a fire broke out at a golf club, Aviva’s commercial lines property claims team acted quickly to support the business and keep disruption to a minimum. This content highlights how swift action ensured a smooth claims journey, effective cost…
Contractors Combined now available on Fast Trade
With brokers seeking to place more Contractors Combined business online - not just liability, but full combined cover, Aviva is pleased to announce that its new Contractors Combined product is now available to trade on Fast Trade. Read this content to…
FCA brings fighting financial crime under the microscope for brokers and insurers
The Financial Conduct Authority has pinpointed risk assessment, policies and procedures as areas for insurers and brokers to improve in the fight against financial crime.
The 2026 UK MGA excellence guide
The UK Managing General Agent (MGA) sector has entered a period of unprecedented operational friction. This guide dissects the five strategic technology and workflow pillars required to build a resilient, high-velocity MGA distribution engine capable of…
Summer risk guidance for commercial and personal lines clients
With summer on the way and warmer conditions ahead, what are the risks facing personal lines and commercial lines clients? Aviva’s summer risk guidance provides some top tips for brokers on how to support your clients when it comes to managing seasonal…
FIFA World Cup 2026: The role of insurance
The 2026 FIFA World Cup comes with a significant number of risks, which subsequently find themselves in the insurance market. Luke Powis, head of crisis management at Aviva discusses the critical role of insurance in the safe and successful delivery of…
The integration problem: How disconnected broker systems are killing productivity
Insurance brokers didn't enter the industry to spend their days copy-pasting between portals. This blog highlights why many brokers are drowning in manual work and how existing technologies can be leveraged to integrate live system client data in one…
What brokers need from a broker management system in 2026
Despite the rise of insurtech, many established brokerages continue to use legacy systems or adopt new tools without properly integrating them. This blog sheds light on the specific challenges a Broker Management System needs to solve in 2026 and why the…
FOI: Cyber incidents flagged to FCA plummet in past four years, but broker levels stuck
The number of cyber incidents reported to the Financial Conduct Authority have almost quartered in the past four years to 63 in 2025/26, as the insurance intermediaries figure remained steady, according to a Freedom of Information request by Insurance…
Aviva's Michael Yabantu on the value of regional relationships
In this video, Michael Yabantu, managing director of mid-market at Aviva shares insights from the insurer's Broker Barometer survey and ongoing Broker Roadshows. He covers the importance of a strong regional presence in a rapidly changing market, and how…
CII launches consultation into young driver safety and role of telematics
The Chartered Insurance Institute has launched a national consultation to gather views on the role insurers can play in improving road safety for young drivers.