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THB reports a 43% broking profit increase
THB Group has announced an underlying broking profit increase of 43% as part of its end of year figures for 2009.
Household premiums rise 5.9%
AA Insurance said increase relfected rising cost in repairing buildings and claims frequency.
AA sees biggest ever jump in motor premiums.
The broker found the average quoted premium for comprehensive cover rose by 18.7 per cent.
Lloyd's broker outlines three year plan after reporting static 2009 profit
However, THB group CEO Frank Murphy proud of result which saw increase in fees and commission.
Investing in the Profession: Video interview with Sandy Scott, CII
Sandy Scott, chief executive of the Chartered Insurance Institute and driving force behind the General Insurance Taskforce talks to Ant Gould about the challenges and opportunities facing the general insurance industry in its quest to embrace…
Legal update - broker duties: Shared responsibilities
Andrew Blair and Niyi Phiri examine the complex issue of how liability should be shared when the role of the broker is split and negligence claims made.
Directors' & Officers' - economic impact: Bitten by the risks?
The credit crunch threatens to bring a rise in directors' and officers' claims. Jane Bernstein investigates whether this threat is becoming a reality and how this is affecting sales of the product.
Regulation - PPI fallout: Burst the balloon
With the Competition Commission poised to bring a new case against point of sale payment protection insurance, Leigh Jackson asks what now for the sector — and where might the regulator point its finger next?
Interview - Stephen Lewis, Zurich: Making an entrance
Stephen Lewis has returned to the UK insurance market after eight years to take the position of chief executive of Zurich general insurance. Mairi MacDonald talks to him about his plans for the business.
Biba meets with Conservative candidates to raise influence
The British Insurance Brokers' Association's senior management team was due to meet four prospective Conservative parliamentary candidates this week.
Intermediaries fear nationals
Large national brokers pose the biggest threat to the UK regional intermediary market, new research has revealed.
Towergate swoops for Henderson broker boss
Henderson Insurance Brokers' former group broking director is to join Towergate Risk Solutions' Leeds operation in March.
Ignition looks to double clients
Ignition has outlined plans to double its number of broker clients in 2010 to stop the company operating at a loss.
HBA moves into recycling
Lloyd's of London broker HBA Insurance has made a move into the recycling industry, following the launch of Recyclesure.
FSA warns brokers of "intrusive" supervision
The Financial Services Authority has made the handling of client money its "number one" target in its supervision of insurance brokers in 2010, according to the British Insurance Brokers' Association.
Post Video Interview: Brokers impress Scott on professionalism
Brokers have a key role in helping to rebuild trust and confidence in the property and casualty market, according to the chief executive of the Chartered Insurance Institute.
Aon poltical risk map launched
Political and financial instability remain a feature of the business landscape as a result of the recession, according to Aon Risk Services.
Aon poltical risk map launched
Political and financial instability remain a feature of the business landscape as a result of the recession, according to Aon Risk Services.
Insurers given clean bill of health by Government Equalities Office
GEO concluded a competitive market existed for consumers of all ages.
Post webinar: focus on the ipod and soon to be i-pad generation
Alvin Jackson, director, Mulberry Consulting, Nicholas Thurlow, director – Text2Insure, Fortis and CSC consultant Keith Aylwin debate how insurers should respond to the ipod generation in this webinar which is now available, free, to view on-demand.
Post Pick of the Week
Post reporter Leigh Jackson outlines the major stories from this week's issue of Post: Insurance asbestos costs to double;Axa personal injury move; FSA targets client money; Henderson director joins Towergate; Aviva scraps commercial and personal posts.
Editor's comment: FSA: not gone yet
If the insurance broking fraternity thought that the banking crisis would lead to the Financial Services Authority giving them an easier ride over the coming months, as it channelled its energies there, then last week's 'Dear CEO' letter may have caught…
Towergate Underwriting promotes duo in personal and commercial lines
Towergate has made two senior appointments within its underwriting division.