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Biba joins Lloyd's diversity charter
The British Insurance Brokers' Association has become an official supporter of the Inclusion At Lloyd's initiative by signing the Lloyd's diversity and inclusion charter.
Post magazine - 23 April 2015
The latest issue of Post Magazine is now available for Post subscribers. Download the latest Post iOS or Android App Edition on the App Store or Google Play respectively or read the Post Digital Edition online.
Insurance Marketing and PR Awards shortlist 2015 announced
Did you make the grade? Find out who is on the Insurance Marketing and PR Awards shortlist 2015.
Gallagher hires ex-NIG underwriting boss Hall as CUO
Former NIG underwriting and pricing director Martin Hall is to resurface at Arthur J Gallagher where he will take on the chief underwriting officer role vacated by Sian Fisher.
Bruce to bring much-needed retail and distribution expertise to GRP
London market consolidation business Global Risk Partners' appointment of ex-Bluefin CEO Mike Bruce is expected to provide the firm with a springboard for expansion.
Reid backed by broking peers to stay at Gallagher for the long-term
Former Bluefin executive chairman Stuart Reid has been tipped to be “the one that sticks” in the Arthur J Gallagher UK retail hot seat by a previous incumbent of the role, despite suggestions that his lack of recent integration experience could pose…
Organ bullish on Bluefin's prospects following double exit
Bluefin CEO Rob Organ claims there is “no confusion” at the broker following the double exit of CEO Mike Bruce and executive chairman Stuart Reid last week.
Lochain Patrick looks to Alston Gayler for director hire
Lloyd's broker Lochain Patrick has appointed marine and energy specialist David Jackson as a director and producing broker.
Penny Black’s Insurance Week – 23 April 2015
The Post newsdesk has been awash with news of brokers moving to rival firms this year and last week was no different.
Career File - Stuart Reid: Stuart Reid takes Arthur J Gallagher role
Arthur J Gallagher has confirmed the appointment of former Bluefin executive chairman Stuart Reid to the position of UK retail CEO.
AA index reports 3.6% household premium drop
The average combined quote for a combined home buildings and contents policy dropped by 3.6% in the first quarter of 2015, according to the AA British Insurance Premium Index.
Market Moves - 23 April 2015
Who has moved where in the industry this week.
Interview: Martin Oliver: Grafting the Gallagher way
Having joined Gallagher last year as MD of personal lines, Martin Oliver explains why he’s there to stay, his relationship with Grahame Chilton and how the role plays to his experience and strengths.
Cooper Gay's EBITDA increases 35%
Broking group Cooper Gay Swett & Crawford saw its EBITDA climb 35% to $65m (£43.7m) in 2014 compared to $42m in 2013.
Bluefin Stockton branch manager takes role at NRG
Bluefin has confirmed its Stockton branch manager David Wilson has left the broker to take up a role with NRG Global Power.
Blog: Newcastle - powerhouse or outhouse?
Post reporter Katie Marriner sums up her experience of visiting the Newcastle insurance sector and how plans to make it a powerhouse are being received.
Regional Review: Belfast
For a community that has been forced to overcome more than its fair share of troubles in the last century, members of Belfast’s general insurance market may be forgiven for being cautious with their optimism regarding the future prosperity of the sector…
India's long-awaited opportunity
India’s general insurance sector looks set for a flurry of activity following a long-awaited change in the law allowing foreign companies to increase the stakes they hold in local firms, writes Nicky Burridge.
Claims Club: Collaboration during catastrophes vital to protect industry reputation says Biba
Collaboration at times of surge remains a polarising topic, with the industry divided on the extent to which rivals should work in partnership during catastrophic events.
Blog: Tackling the SME challenge
After 18 years working as an insurer, Jodi Cartwright of Brokerbility is a ‘fresh convert' to the role of the broker. She believes brokers are best placed to tackle the issue of underinsurance amongst SMEs
Quiz of the week - 17 April 2015
Test your knowledge of this week's insurance news stories with Post's quiz.
Claims Club: Importance of loss adjusters must increase for UK to regain status as pre-eminent insurance market
Insurers need to cut out bureaucracy, the role of lawyers has to be reduced and importance of loss adjusters increased if the UK is to regain its position as one of the world’s pre-eminent insurance markets.
Towergate 'streamlines' loss adjusting panel
Towergate Insurance has overhauled its loss adjusting panels following a tender process involving nine companies.
Alistair Lockhart-Smith to lead marine and energy at Capsicum Re
Reinsurance broker Capsicum Re has hired Alistair Lockhart-Smith as a partner to lead its marine & energy specialty business.