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Biba confirms active role in IDD consultation
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association said it will play an active role in the consultation over the UK implementation of the insurance distribution directive.
Aviva, AIG, XL Catlin and Zurich discuss importance of brand within insurer marketing strategies
Insurers are becoming more sophisticated in their quest to deliver ‘brand value' given the growing number of marketing channels available to deliver their messages.
Ingenin looks to establish insurtech hub in Nottingham
Insurtech consultancy, Ingenin, is aiming to set up an insurtech hub in Nottingham and bring major insurers into the development of its platforms.
Julie Page replaces Tunnicliffe as CEO of Aon's broking arm
Julie Page has been appointed CEO of Aon Risk Solutions in the UK, replacing Andrew Tunnicliffe.
Aston Scott planning acquisitions to turn Bell & Co into 'Midlands hub'
Aston Scott plans to turn newly acquired Bell & Co into a 'Midlands hub' through further acquisitions.
County Group acquires £4.5m GWP regional broker
The County Group has acquired Arthur Marsh, a Birmingham-based broker with £4.5m gross written premium.
Aston Scott acquires Derby-based broker
Aston Scott has acquired Derby-based chartered insurance broker Bell & Co.
LMG adds marine businesses to PPL platform
The London Market Group’s electronic PPL platform has introduced marine classes for trading.
Blog: Is your data breach response plan good enough?
Many savvy organisations are investing time and thought into data breach response plans.
Apprenticeships: A radical overhaul
The radical overhaul by the government of the apprenticeship scheme - with the core aim of creating three million new apprentices by 2020 - is set to have a major impact on recruitment and training in the insurance industry, potentially reaching far…
SSP invests in ‘multimillion’ upgrade to troubled Pure platform
SSP will release a “multimillion” upgrade to its troubled Pure Broking platform this summer.
March 2017 Post: Census and CII CEO
My one-year-old just started toddling. She was so proud after pushing her walker to the other side of the room that she applauded herself. As a result, she lost her balance and landed on her bum.
Arnott Marine brings cargo MGA back to market
Arnott Marine has relaunched its cargo managing general agent one year after retrieving the brand from AJ Gallagher.
Broker Network forms five-strong insurer panel
Broker Network has formed a five-strong panel of insurer partners made up of Ageas, Allianz, Axa, NIG and RSA.
Higos makes first acquisition following GRP buyout
Higos Insurance Services has made its first acquisition since being acquired by Global Risk Partners.
FCA sets deadline for PPI claims
The Financial Conduct Authority has put a deadline on payment protection insurance claims, bringing to a close a chapter that has cost firms billions in compensation.
Editor's comment: Not ageing well
With the countdown to my next ‘big’ birthday already started, I’m the first to admit that none of us are getting any younger.
Insurance Census 2017: Face of insurance
Insurance, like many financial services sectors, has a reputation for being pale, stale and male. In Post’s latest research Michèle Bacchus finds out if the description still fits and what the industry is doing to effect change
Strong insurance competition in Australia, says broker association
Australia's National Insurance Brokers' Association has responded to an Australian parliamentary inquiry into general insurance.
Principal acquires motorcycle book
Principal Insurance has acquired the motorcycle book from Rampdale, adding 7000 policies to its portfolio.
Clear Insurance Management acquires MPW Insurance Brokers
Clear Insurance Management has acquired Kent-based MPW Insurance Brokers, its largest acquisition to date.
CII joins professional bodies to form Chartered Body Alliance
The Chartered Insurance Institute has formed an alliance with two other chartered bodies in financial services.
MDP increases stake in Towergate following £40m rights offer
Towergate has completed its rights offer, raising £40m in additional investment.
Autonet hires 80 former Towergate staff for new Manchester office
Autonet Insurance Services has hired 80 former Towergate employees as it opens a new office in Manchester.