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Biba lobbies government for nationwide broker apprenticeship programme
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association is calling for the government to set up a nationwide apprenticeship programme to recruit and retain people in the broking sector.
Towergate's Williams to replace Holman as Brightside CEO
Brightside has appointed Towergate director Paul Williams to take over as chief executive early next year following the departure of outgoing CEO Martyn Holman.
Hyperion seeks new chairman
Hyperion Insurance Group’s non-executive chairman John van Kuffeler will retire from the board next month following five years at the broker.
Van Kuffeler to step down as Hyperion chairman next month
Hyperion Insurance Group’s non-executive chairman John van Kuffeler will retire from the board next month following five years at the firm.
Keychoice and Brilliant Law launch product to help brokers
Keychoice has partnered with Brilliant Law to launch a fixed price legal services package for its members.
Post Magazine - 28 November 2013
The latest issue of Post Magazine is now available for Post subscribers. Download the latest Post iOS App Edition on the App Store or read the Post Digital Edition online.
Drivers take risks with floodwater driving, according to AA
More than half of UK drivers are putting themselves in danger attempting to cross dangerous flood water, a joint AA and Environment Agency survey has found.
Expertise in Action: Generalist versus Specialist
How much do prospective customers place on their insurer and broker’s specialist knowledge when buying insurance? And does it become stronger depending on the size of the niche?
Expertise in Action: Broker: Sharper focus
Combining a generalist approach with specialist knowledge is essential for insurers seeking to differentiate themselves from the competition.
Expertise in Action: Broker: Standing out
In an increasingly competitive marketplace, brokers can gain an edge by specialising in niche areas and strengthening their regional focus
Farms face cover threat after Defra confirms their exclusion from Flood Re
Biba calls for rethink over decision to exclude small businesses from legislation.
Brokers baffled as FCA places them in ‘high risk’ group
Aggregators say FCA probe into sector no longer relevant.
Editor’s Comment: Thematic fatigue
The old cliché goes that you should sometimes be careful what you wish for.
Lloyd’s: A period of adjustment
In a challenging year for the market, how is Lloyd’s responding to regulatory changes, international competition and the potential threat posed by passive underwriting structures?
Career development: Deputy PM praises Bluefin for apprenticeship success
Bluefin has been congratulated by Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg after being recognised in the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers list.
Separate conduct regulator proposed in Scottish independence paper
Scotland would set up its own financial conduct regulator if it becomes independent from the UK, according to the Scottish government’s white paper on independence released today.
Market Moves: Big moves among brokers as Lyons and Trott re-emerge in new roles
A hectic spurt of recruitment this week saw some top-level moves at some of the UK’s largest brokers, with Gallagher recruiting an RSA account manager to help run sales in Scotland and Northern Ireland. Meanwhile. the Scottish broker’s former managing…
Green Deal: Green living
With the Energy Act imposing new energy‑efficiency standards on commercially and privately let properties by April 2018, what do the changes mean for the insurance industry?
Swindle promoted to e-trade director at NIG
NIG has promoted Jaime Swindle to the role of director of e-trade at the commercial insurer.
Your say: The other side to MFN clauses
Paul Galligan, managing director of Compare The Market, wrote an article in Post commenting on most favoured nation clauses and, as a broker in direct competition with the aggregators, I wanted to comment on Galligans one-sided view
Marsh agrees deal with Allianz for SME clients
Marsh Networks and Allianz Insurance are extending the range of Allianz commercial products available to Marsh Networks’ member brokers.
C-Suite: Let’s get engaged
Developing and engaging staff is crucial to maintaining a healthy business at all levels, says Charles Earle.
CEO Carlier departs Cooper Gay Re after six months
Cooper Gay Re chief executive George Carlier has departed six months after joining.
Manchester Underwriting acquires Senior Wright Indemnity
Specialist MGA Manchester Underwriting has inked a deal to purchase Lloyd’s broker Senior Writing Indemnity.