Articles by Callum Brodie
Trio jailed after attempting to defraud Havering Council
Three fraudsters who attempted to con Havering Council out of an estimated £100 000 have received combined custodial sentences totalling seven months.
FSA tightens grip on package deals offered by banks
The Financial Services Authority has published new rules today requiring banks and building societies to check whether customers are eligible to claim on insurance cover before selling them a packaged bank account.
Brit CEO vows to target growth while committing to Simply Business
Mark Cloutier has promised to go on the attack by targeting growth in key areas following a business restructure towards global specialty underwriting, which he describes as "99% complete".
EIP extends affinity deal with Royal British Legion subsidiary
Equity Insurance Partnerships has agreed to extend its 10 year-old affinity partnership with Poppy Insure, the trading subsidiary of The Royal British Legion.
RBS denies speculation of affinity split with DLG
The Royal Bank of Scotland has denied suggestions that UK Insurance will be stripped of its position as personal insurance provider for banking customers following the upcoming separation.
Be Wiser targets college leavers following fourth office opening
Independent broker Be Wiser has marked continued growth in the business by opening the firm's fourth office in Andover.
Brit unveils positive 11.5 point COR swing as business takes new direction
The Brit Group has this morning recorded a combined operating ratio of 93.3% for the first six months of 2012 (30 June 2011: 104.8%), having completed a restructure into becoming a focused global specialty underwriter.
Cooter departs QBE after helping with Brit integration
QBE has confirmed the departure of Simon Cooter, former Brit director of market management and regional operations, having assisted in the business integration following the April takeover.
FSCS funding model consultation paper draws early concerns
The Financial Services Authority's proposed changes to the funding of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme have come under fire from the British Insurance Brokers' Association, amid concerns that the creation of a 'retail pool' will affect members.
Teeside broker Henderson completes Arlington acquisition
Henderson Insurance Brokers Teeside has acquired north east firm Arlington, an independent financial advisors with a portfolio in excess of £100m.
Solicitors targeted following Prime Professions product launch
Prime Professions has teamed up with Axis Specialty to launch a new insurance product for solicitors.
RSA hands Harrington-Rutterford global C&E role
RSA has appointed Clive Harrington-Rutterford as global portfolio leader for its construction and engineering business.
Allianz teams up with Saracens rugby club in 'long-term' deal
Allianz has entered into a sponsorship deal with Premiership rugby club Saracens, in a deal which will see the north London side's new Hendon ground renamed Allianz Park.
RSA reaffirms affinity approach after sealing John Lewis deal
RSA has been appointed to provide wedding and event, pet and home insurance for John Lewis Insurance.
Hiscox replaced as Collegiate agrees PI underwriting facility with Canopius
Collegiate Underwriting has launched a new professional indemnity underwriting facility with Canopius, through its flagship Syndicate 4444, replacing a previous arrangement with Hiscox.
Argo International appoints two experienced claims managers
Argo International has named Sarah Nicholls as accident and health claims manager and Judith Fumero as liability claims manager.
IFB investigations lead to arrest of trio on suspicion of identity fraud
The Metropolitan Police has arrested three suspected identity fraudsters following investigations carried out by the Insurance Fraud Bureau into the insurance records of 579 possible fraudsters.
BPL Global adds Singapore business to Asia Pacific footprint
Berry Palmer & Lyle has followed up on the opening of its Hong Kong branch last year with the launch of a Singapore subsidiary.
PSC Insurance bags sizeable stake in Carroll London Markets
The PSC Insurance Group has completed the purchase of a "significant shareholding" in Carroll London Markets.
Beazley boss eyes further growth after 'strong' start to 2012
Beazley chief executive Andrew Horton is predicting further profitable growth in the second half of 2012, after this morning revealing a gross written premium rise of 10% on last year.
Aria Assistance swoops for POH one month after MBO
Aria Assistance has underlined its commitment to the occupational health services sector with the acquisition of Premier Occupational Healthcare.
Amanda Blanc elected CII president
Axa commercial lines chief executive Amanda Blanc has been elected as the Chartered Insurance Institute's 116th president, following yesterday's annual general meeting.
Management merry-go-round at Hiscox leaves CEO 'excited'
Hiscox has completed a string of senior appointments, bringing on board Bob Thaker as head of UK claims, Penny Shaw as chief risk officer and Joanne Musselle as chief underwriting officer for UK and Ireland.
Capacity providers to enable Synergy product expansion
Synergy Insurance Services is expanding its product range having secured new capacity providers in the form of Ironshore Europe and Equity Red Star.