Broker
Trade Voice: A code of ethics is a must for all
We hear a lot about standards within the UK insurance market, some of it from broking representatives.
Expertise in action: Data validation in the broker space
The insurance industry has invested heavily in its capabilities to detect and stop fraud in recent years. And this is as true at the front end with data validation as it is with claims fraud at the back.
Expertise In Action - Big data: Digital distortion
As brokers of all sizes embrace technology, data quality must be of the highest standard to ensure inaccuracies are stamped out.
Expertise In Action - Big data: Thinking big
‘Big data’ has long been hailed as the next big thing in insurance – so why have firms been so slow to harness its undoubted potential?
C Suite - Broker: Universality challenge
The basic principle that underpins insurance is that of pooling of risk.
Broker networks: better together?
With major firms such as Aviva among those to sever their network ties, how can broker networks remain attractive to potential members?
Two brokers in firing line as FCA issues warnings
Two broking bosses have been given warning notices by the Financial Conduct Authority relating to management issues and client money handling.
Broker FSCS levy drops 39% as PPI fears ease
Final levies for insurance brokers have dropped by almost 40% in figures released today by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme.
Marsh joins HCC boards as Bishop departs
Nicholas Marsh has been appointed as non-executive chairman of both HCC International and HCC Underwriting Agency.
Towergate claims boss Gifford resigns
Towergate’s long-serving claims director is to leave the broker at the end of the month after resigning, Post can reveal.
Hodges to build on 'fantastic track record' with future acquisitions
Towergate group chief executive Mark Hodges remains confident in his firm’s ability to acquire businesses in the wake of Arthur J Gallagher snapping up brokers Oval and Giles.
Towergate to axe 750 branch jobs
Towergate is to cut 750 roles across its branch network as part of a process to transfer business to a new Manchester call centre.
Biba appoints ES Risk for engineering scheme
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has appointed ES Risks to provide its new engineering insurance and inspection scheme.
Capita hires former Staysure deputy to head specialist insurance businesses
Capita has appointed Andy Bord as managing director of its specialist insurance businesses which include National Dental Plan, Fish and Capita Specialist Insurance Solutions.
Bluefin hires former JLT business development manager
Bluefin has expanded its affinity development team with the appointment of Toni Dines as business development manager, effective 1 April.
Willis launches cargo facility product
Willis has launched a product to protect cargo against all types of political violence, terrorism and war risks.
The Big Debate: Scottish independence
by Rachael Adams
Aon CEO defends merits of sidecar deal
Aon’s chief executive has defended the firm’s sidecar deal with Berkshire Hathaway in his first speech at Lloyd's since the broker moved its headquarters to London.
Brightside CEO puts ball in Markerstudy's court on potential sale
Brightside chief executive Paul Williams has refused to hang a 'for sale' sign over the broker as he plots to launch a managing general agent this summer.
LV Broker unveils new retailer covers
LV Broker has launched a new insurance product for retailers as part of a plan to expand in the SME market.
Chase Templeton snaps up Scottish PMI specialist
Private medical insurance specialist intermediary Chase Templeton has completed its second acquisition within a week with the purchase of specialist Glasgow intermediary Chartered Life.
'Ruthless' Bradford ghost broker jailed for First Central scam
A Bradford ghost broker who defrauded both First Central and his clients has been jailed for selling invalid car insurance policies to motorists across the city.
BGL launches executive programme with French business school
BGL Group has developed a new director-level programme in collaboration with French business school INSEAD.
Biba boss extends industry welcome to incoming financial secretary
British Insurance Brokers’ Association chief executive Steve White is confident the sector will enjoy an equally “good relationship” with incoming financial secretary to the Treasury Nicky Morgan as it maintained with her predecessor.