Articles by Callum Brodie
Ten reiterates 'not for sale' stance ahead of launching share ownership scheme
Independent commercial broking network Ten Insurance has joined the Employee Ownership Association as a first step towards launching a share ownership scheme for its staff and members.
Solvent GI firms warned about PRA stance on schemes
Professional services giant KPMG has raised concerns that a draft supervisory statement issued by the Prudential Regulatory Authority suggests that the PRA no longer considers schemes an appropriate tool for solvent insurers.
Unscrupulous 'slam on' fraudster set for sentencing
A crash for cash fraudster who put lives at risk after deliberately pulling out in front of a bus is awaiting sentencing after claims investigators referred the case to the Metropolitan Police.
DAS reports lack of interest in 'rights for shares' scheme
Legal challenges relating to legislation that enables employees to sacrifice certain employment rights in return for company shares are expected to increase in the long-term, despite a limited take-up in the scheme so far.
FCA fine not to blame for profit slump as Swinton plots job cuts
Swinton has attributed changes to its sales practices following regulatory action over the mis-selling of add-on products to a drop in its annual turnover last year, which sunk to £301.4m from £329.1m in 2011.
BGL extends relationship with National Accident Helpline on PI claims
BGL and National Accident Helpline have reached an agreement, which will see Minster Law, part of BGL’s legal services business, and NAH work in closer harmony on personal injury claims.
Axa reveals regional trading teams following broker feedback
Axa has unveiled its commercial lines and personal intermediary regional broking managers responsible for leading sales teams across the country.
Bluefin Network poaches pair of former Westinsure members
Bluefin Network has signed up two former Westinsure members from opposite ends of the country.
Post Claims Club: Scottish solicitor covets England’s ‘one size fits all’ fatality claims setup
Claims awards for fatal accidents in Scotland could be made “fairer” by imitating the “one size fits all” approach adopted in the English courts, according to BTO solicitors partner Carly Forrest.
Ex-Axa director Hector to lead Covéa's southern operation
Covéa Insurance has appointed Keith Hector to the newly created position of head of regions for the south.
Gable boosts insurance profit by 5% as COR experiences minor slide
Gable Holdings chalked up a 5% increase in its insurance profit in the first half of the year, although the firm’s combined operating ratio deteriorated by an identical proportion to 56%.
Belmont Regency MD pays tribute to founder killed in plane crash
One of the founding directors of Derby-based financial advisor and broking business Belmont Regency was killed alongside his wife in a plane crash off the coast of Jersey this week.
Charles Taylor snaps up business solutions provider Knowledge Center
Charles Taylor is seeking a competitive advantage on technology products and processes after acquiring insurance industry business solutions provider Knowledge Center.
Brit expands global distribution network with Bermuda office opening
Brit is targeting an expansion of its distribution network with the opening of a Bermuda office.
Brit hires ex-Markel SVP Bonanno to head up Bermuda office
Brit is targeting an expansion of its distribution network with the opening of an office in Bermuda.
UK heatwave sparks rise in fraudulent cancellation claims
The summer heatwave has been blamed for a rise in the number of fraudulent cancellation claims by travel insurance policyholders, according counter fraud services provider VFM Services.
MDS recruits Vinhas as deputy manager in Portugal
MDS Group has strengthened its Portuguese management team with the appointment of Mario Vinhas as deputy country manager.
Insurance and legal clients of rogue investigators to be revealed
The Home Affairs Select Committee will publish the names of rogue private investigators’ clients if the Serious Organised Crime Agency does not publically reveal the identity of the firms by Monday.
Bluefin names Thomson as regional MD for the Midlands
Bluefin has appointed Robin Thomson as regional managing director for the Midlands within the commercial division.
Towergate network division reports membership surge
Towergate-owned Broker Network and Countrywide have boosted membership by signing up nine broking businesses over the past two months.
Deakin targets commercial retail growth at Arthur J Gallagher
Arthur J Gallagher UK commercial director Janice Deakin is confident of achieving growth in the commercial retail space after describing it as “an ideal time” to be targeting business.
Marsh networks boss looking north for new members
Marsh’s networks leader Martyn Denney has vowed to boost membership in the north of England and in Scotland.
Brit developing 'tactics' to counter Aon/Berkshire Hathaway type deals
Brit Insurance chief executive Mark Cloutier claims his firm has a “defensive strategy” in place to counter the impact of an increase in high-profile broker line slips.
Motor offence reforms 'not tough enough' claim AA members
The vast majority of drivers surveyed by the AA believe motor offence reforms that bring the fixed penalty for driving without insurance up from £200 to £300 are not stringent enough.