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Lloyd's box plan on hold as Towergate 'changes tack'
Towergate's plan to set up an underwriting box in Lloyd's in early 2010 has been put on ice following a "change of tack" regarding the development of its underwriting strategy.
Management shake-up at Giles sees Pearson axed
The retail managing director of Giles Insurance Brokers, Howard Pearson, was the highest profile casualty of a management shake-up at the consolidator announced earlier this week.
Giles MD Pearson to leave after exec revamp at broker
Sarah Lyons, currently group operations director, has been promoted to group managing director.
Jelf unveils new non exec
Jelf has appointed Jonathan Kelly as a non-executive director. Mr Kelly has previously worked with Catlin and SBJ.
LIU Europe expands into Birmingham
Liberty International Underwriters Europe has expanded its regional operation into Birmingham with the appointment of Dave Canning as regional senior underwriter.
LIU Europe expands into Birmingham
Liberty International Underwriters Europe has expanded its regional operation into Birmingham with the appointment of Dave Canning as regional senior underwriter.
Exeter and Pioneer launch online broker portal
Specialist PMI provider Exeter Friendly has unveiled a new advisor portal in conjunction with income protection insurer Pioneer.
IIB disappointed with “bleak” FSA fee and levy proposals
The Institute of Insurance Brokers has revealed its disappointment with the FSA’s proposals to change its fee structure and increase Financial Services Compensation Scheme levies for 2010/11.
Spotlight on Spain - The Spanish direct insurance market
At its traditionalist heart, the insurance industry has always existed on the tried and tested intermediary-based distribution channel, with the broker or agent, a champion of the policyholder, working tirelessly to find the consumer the best deal.
Plum aims to double new business
Plum Underwriting has outlined its intention to double new business and grow its agency base in 2010.
Q&A - Markel
In the latest of a regular focus on European insurance companies and brokers, Insurance Insight talks to Esteban Manzano, managing director, Markel Spain.
Post Europe Q&A - Markel
In the latest of a regular focus on European insurance companies and brokers, Post Europe talks to Esteban Manzano, managing director, Markel Spain.
Marsh looks to Scottish law firm for real estate head
Candice Sammeroff who has 10 years' experience in the legal sector, joins Marsh from MacRoberts Solicitors in Glasgow.
SBJ Global Risks completes re-branding
Formerly trading as SBJ Global Risks, Lonmar Global Risks was launched yesterday as a new independent broking organisation operating globally from its London Base.
Aviva unveils broker claims guides
Aviva has launched a series on online guides for brokers outlining the details of their claims process.
Secret Millionaire broker speaks to Post about his television experience
Former Protectagroup chief executive Paul Ragan starred in this week's Channel 4 show Secret Millionaire.
CEA: still time to get Solvency II right despite fears over Ceiops
A new CEA report demonstrates that overly prudent capital requirements would restrict the insurance industry's role not only as a risk-absorber but also as an institutional investor financing long-term economic growth.
CEA: still time to get Solvency II right despite fears over Ceiops
A new CEA report demonstrates that overly prudent capital requirements would restrict the insurance industry's role not only as a risk-absorber but also as an institutional investor financing long-term economic growth.
Biba 2010 Countdown: Get to know your Biba representatives.
With 10 weeks to go before the start of the British Insurance Brokers¹ Association conference, Post has decided to shine a light on some of the perhaps lesser-known staff at the trade body. This week, we talk to Lindsay Campbell, Biba executive assistant.
Faber & Dumas
Gerry Tollan has joined Faber & Dumas, the wholesale brokerage division of Willis Group Holdings, as business development director.
Bennetts
Bennetts Commercial has appointed Carole Lowe to its senior management team.
Jelf acclaimed in customer awards
Jelf has scooped an 'outstanding' Investor in Customers rating for the second year running.
Postbox: An age old conundrum
In The Times on the 24 February, there was a piece on Towergate's acquisition of John Charcol.
BIBA 2010 Countdown - Roll up, roll up it's conference time
Post has unearthed the centuries old diary of Daul Ponaldson, Sun Insurance employee, on the eve of his first Great British Insurance Brokers' Association conference.