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Has broker Bennetts set a record with seven owners since 2000?
Content Director’s View: Private equity, consolidators, insurers seeking diversification ... these have all contributed to a boom in M&A and investment in the UK insurance sector since 2000. Jonathan Swift looks at which businesses have – as a result – changed hands the most since the turn of the century.
Unstable economy biggest risk facing SMEs
SMEs expect economic uncertainty to be the defining challenge of the next 12 months, ahead of rising costs, artificial intelligence and cyber risks, according to survey from Everywhen.
FCA bans father and son over client money misuse
The Financial Conduct Authority has banned Alec and Robert Finch from UK financial services, after the High Court found they misused client money at former broker AFL Insurance Brokers.
Did the FCA’s leasehold commission reforms fail?
Three years after introducing reforms to tackle excessive leasehold insurance commissions, the Financial Conduct Authority is reviewing the market again, which Scott McGee observes raises questions about whether its measures have delivered meaningful…
MoneySuperMarket to launch digital insurance broker
MoneySuperMarket is launching SuperSaveClub Insurance, a member-only digital insurance broker focusing on motor insurance.
Penny Black’s Social Diary: Thomas Carroll’s cricketing; Hardy’s Hammers
Penny Black has been out and about once again, notebook in one hand and canapé in the other, keeping tabs on the insurance industry’s more entertaining sidelines.
Q&A: Steven Darrah, Really Honest
Steven Darrah, founder and CEO of Really Honest, a commercial insurance broker which offers an industry-first no claims bonus on business insurance, speaks to Insurance Post about the thought process behind the firm’s unusual modus operandi.
Penny Black’s Social Diary: British Insurance Awards special
Penny Black danced until dawn to Ella Eyre at the British Insurance Awards on Wednesday (8 July) and rubbed shoulders with comedian host Alan Carr to bring you some of the highlights from the industry's biggest party of the year.
Jensten’s Birch says M&A drive ‘will not slow down’
Gareth Birch, who recently joined Jensten from Gallagher as CEO for broking, has told Insurance Post that M&A “will not slow down” as he is tasked with bringing together the acquired businesses under one operating model.
Post’s Luckham scores hat trick at Biba Media Awards
Tom Luckham, senior reporter of Insurance Post, picked up three trophies including Journalist of the Year at the British Insurance Brokers’ Association's Journalist & Media Awards.
Hagerty enters agreement to acquire Bennetts
US classic car insurer Hagerty has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire UK motorcycle insurance broker Bennetts.
Acrisure UK CEO and CFO both resign
Acrisure UK CEO Mark Mcilquham and joint-CFO and chief operating officer Katherine Cross have resigned their posts at the company, a spokesperson has confirmed.
British Insurance Technology Awards 2026 shortlist revealed
Today we can reveal the shortlist for the 2026 British Insurance Technology Awards.
Biba urges regulator to target problem sales channels
Biba CEO Graeme Trudgill has urged the UK regulators to drill on down specific distribution channels which don't live up to fair value requirements.
Why partnerships matter now more than ever
View from the Top: Alex Ktenidis, chief distribution officer for Allianz Commercial, reflects on the British Insurance Brokers' Association conference and why strong partnerships are like successful marriages.
Cowbell targets UK cyber dominance
Simon Hughes, chief commercial officer of cyber insurance firm Cowbell, has told Insurance Post that underinsured SMEs are a huge growth opportunity for the business and the sector.
Jensten CEO outlines MGA growth plan after £300m Zurich deal
Jensten is planning to expand into new specialist product lines and remains open to acquiring MGAs to accelerate growth following the signing of a £300m capacity agreement with Zurich, according to group CEO Robert Organ.
Diary of an Insurer: Konsileo’s David Sedgeley
David Sedgeley, chief commercial officer of Konsileo, kicks off his week with a walk along the old railway line on the Isle of Wight, catches up with a client over a cup of tea, and prepares for KonsileoCon.
AI could kill the insurance renewal habit
Editor’s View: With more than 70% of consumers expecting artificial intelligence to influence their insurance purchases within the next year, Emma Ann Hughes predicts renewals face their biggest disruption right now since the demise of the Yellow Pages.
Q&A: Gary Williamson, Gazelle Risk Solutions
Gary Williamson, managing director of commercial lines broker Gazelle Risk Solutions, speaks to Insurance Post about the company’s growth plans.
Why tackling ghost broking will require a balanced approach
Trade Voice: Sue Brown, chair of the Motor Accident Solicitors Society, breaks down why addressing the scourge of ghost broking will require a unified response from insurers, regulators, tech firms, and government.