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RSA sells Canadian broker to AJ Gallagher
RSA has sold its Canadian broker Noraxis Capital to AJ Gallagher for C$500m (£273m).
Blanc pleads for 'pause' in Gallagher's UK buying spree
Arthur J Gallagher's UK retail head Peter Blanc has asked for a “pause” in the broker’s buying spree to allow time for the current businesses to be properly integrated.
Brokerbility unveils Academy website
Independent broker group Brokerbility has today launched the website for its academy, providing help for prospective applicants to the group’s training scheme.
Gallagher restructures retail division
Arthur J Gallagher has restructured its UK retail division with chief executive Peter Blanc signalling the completion of the broker's regional retail broking platform.
Willis weighing 200 UK jobs for relocation or redundancy
Broking giant Willis is planning to either axe or relocate as many as 200 UK roles, with potential destinations including a lower cost location in Ipswich.
Pricing and claims service key for commercial clients Ace survey finds
Competitive pricing, breadth of cover and a high quality claims service were identified as what commercial clients want from insurers, an Ace survey has found.
BIBA Fever episode 4: Pills, thrills and headaches
It is the second day of the British Insurance Brokers’ Association conference in Manchester and there were some sore heads today as delegates assembled this morning to reflect on a night out in the city.
Biba 2014: Deregulated insurance industry would be stronger, says Davis
The insurance industry would benefit from significant deregulation, former shadow home secretary David Davis MP has claimed.
Biba 2014: Axa approves second phase of transparency project
The second pilot phase of Axa's project to increase transparency in the claims process has been given the green light, with around 100 brokers set to take part.
Bluefin unveils group personal accident and travel insurance cover
Axa-owned broker Bluefin has unveiled a new personal accident and travel policy for small and medium sized businesses.
Giles parent records £72.5m Gallagher takeover charge
Giles parent Expectrum has taken a £72.5m charge on its sale to Arthur J Gallagher last year, according to recent accounts.
BIBA Fever episode 3: Mad for it in Manchester
The wait is finally over and the British Insurance Brokers’ Association conference in Manchester opened today for business.
Duggan seeking internal candidate to take over his Broker Network role
Broker Network has prioritised recruiting an internal candidate as Gary Duggan’s successor as chief executive and will begin its search next week.
Invicta acquiring A&A commercial and property owner portfolio
Kent-based Invicta Insurance Services is to buy a portfolio of select commercial and property owner policies from The A&A Group.
Mike Dodd return and SSP deal signal broker push for Digital Animal
Digital Animal has appointed Mike Dodd to its financial services team, in a move that has seen him reunited with his former employer SSP after the two businesses announced a strategic partnership.
Towergate boss Nathan unconcerned by plummeting Arista profits
Towergate Underwriting chief executive Clive Nathan has downplayed the implications of falling profits at newly acquired Arista by claiming the slump relates to the managing general agent’s decision to re-underwrite its motor book.
Biba 2014: Reid named Biba deputy chairman
Stuart Reid has been appointed as deputy chairman of the British Insurance Brokers’ Association.
Biba 2014: Steve White calls for consumer focus
British Insurance Brokers' Association chief executive Steve White has called for "total signposting" throughout the industry
Biba 2014: Brokers need to give customers peace of mind Lord Hunt says
British Insurance Brokers' Association chair Lord Hunt says brokers should be setting the "gold standard for advice" and giving customers peace of mind.
Biba 2014: Consultation on raising broking standards launched
Raising standards within the sector has moved to the top of the British Insurance Brokers’ Association’s agenda following the completion of the segmentation and governance strands of the trade body’s strategic review.
White questions FCA decision-making speed after Treasury launches review
Industry figures critical of regulator’s early naming and shaming policy
Biba 2014: Brokers to be briefed on add-on products by Axa Assistance
Axa Assistance will provide brokers with regular customer research findings on the sale of add-on products along with updated product information, a review of policy wordings and clearly defined customer benefits.
Biba 2014: UK brokers have most expensive regulatory regime
UK brokers have higher regulatory costs than their counterparts in France and Germany, according to research.
Biba 2014: Biba launches voluntary sector guide
An insurance guide for the voluntary sector has been produced by the British Insurance Brokers’ Association and the Volunteer Liaison Group.