Articles by Callum Brodie
LGA report on danger of delaying flood decision wins industry support
AA Insurance has seconded concerns expressed in today's Local Government Association report that delays in identifying a future flood risk solution could prove costly.
Towergate M&A boss outlines 2012 targets following double raid
Towergate is on track to double last year's acquisitions total, leading the firm's M&A director to hint at yet more upcoming deals across the UK.
Mass heaps praise on Professor Fenn's RTA report
The Motor Accident Solicitors Society has welcomed a report exploring the low value road traffic accident claims process operating through Portal Co.
Homes to be demolished in aftermath of Oldham explosion
Adjusters from Crawford and Company have reported that a number of houses in the vicinity of the Oldham gas explosion will have to be demolished.
LV Broker handed spot on EIP schemes motor panel
LV Broker has been appointed to the schemes motor panel of Equity Insurance Partnerships.
RSA extends deal with Yorkshire Building Society
RSA has renewed its partnership with Yorkshire Building Society for a further five years.
ECIH takes on Ablett as group chairman
Electrical Contractors' Insurance Holdings has appointed industry veteran Tim Ablett to the role of chairman.
Jelf man Holloway joins Rural Insurance as sales manager
Rural Insurance has plucked Dean Holloway from Jelf having handed him the role of regional sales manager for the south west.
Garwyn hands regional role to ex-Cunningham specialist
Garwyn has hired former Cunningham Lindsay complex loss specialist Mike Higgins as manager for the London and South East region.
Am Trust completes Dore and Associates deal
The Am Trust Group has completed the acquisition of Dore and Associates Holdings.
Commercial lines division primed for further growth, says LMIE boss Rocks
Liberty Mutual Insurance Europe chief executive Sean Rocks is eyeing further expansion in the firm's commercial lines division after reporting substantial profitable growth.
DLG's ambition to float in doubt amid reports of PE bids
The Direct Line Group's plans to float have been put in jeopardy, according to reports claiming that two private equity consortiums could launch rival bids for the business.
RSA to save energy with new Carbon Trust deal
RSA is joining forces with the Carbon Trust to make energy efficiency services available to its business customers.
Average motor premiums fall in 2012
Actuaries have questioned whether recent reductions in the average costs of motor insurance premiums have come prematurely, as personal injury costs continue to rise.
Randall & Quilter opens Manchester MGA office
The company's specialist MGA platform has opened its first UK regional office, in Manchester.
Solicitors PI market urged to remain 'on alert' despite dip in claims
A fall in the number of professional negligence actions launched against solicitors has been heralded as "welcome news" for law firms and their insurers, but experts have warned the market to remain vigilant.
Questgates issues warning to brokers amid rise in cannabis farms
A rise in the number of cannabis farms across the UK has led Questgates to urge brokers to check that illegal activity is not excluded from the cover held by property owner clients.
Ageas boss Smith encouraged by government flood stance
Ageas chief executive Barry Smith has welcomed a government announcement suggesting that it is moving with the industry towards a levy type solution for residents and business owners in high risk flood areas.
Blanc to lead Axa's joint commercial and personal lines broker business
Axa commercial lines chief executive Amanda Blanc has been selected to head up the firm's new combined broker business, in a bid to strengthen capabilities and propositions in the intermediated market.
Independent Group appoints Pumfrey as business development director
Claims and validation-led services company the Independent Group has appointed Alan Pumfrey to the role of business development director across its group-wide business structure.
Coleman praised for efforts following fire at Grade II listed home
Coleman Insurance Brokers has received policyholder praise following the firm's role in resolving the aftermath of a serious fire that gutted a 300 year-old Grade II listed home.
MMA executive director Plummer retires
MMA Insurance has confirmed that former commercial director Derek Plummer has retired from the company.
Londoners let down by riots compensation process, claims ABI
The Association of British Insurers has accused the riot compensation scheme of "failing too many Londoners".
OIM division E-Underwriting launches property owners product
The new division of OIM Underwriting, E-Underwriting, launched its property owners insurance product today on the Acturis platform.