British Insurance Brokers' Association (Biba)
Biba appoints new LMRC members
Guy Holland-Bosworth and Kevin Hancock join committee
Bluefin to provide D&O scheme for Biba members
New policy to be underwritten by Ace
Penny black's insurance week
Penny is getting sick of this cold weather, although the freak blizzards in Kent on 17 December added a surreal element to Towergate's Moroccan themed soiree that saw marketing boss Marc DonFrancesco kitted out as a camel and CEO Andy Homer masquerading…
Keep schtum
Rachel Gordon looks into contingent commissions, questions why so many brokers and insurers refuse to explain their strategies, and queries whether the Financial Services Authority's stance is strong enough.
ABI launches guide for online customers
BIBA, Which? and Comparison sites assist launch
Under strain
Rising complaints about the solicitors' indemnity scheme have prompted calls for change. Hugh Price and Roger Flaxman explain why varying the renewal date alone will not solve the problem.
IIB and Biba plan united front if Tories win
Talks over how to present a united front to a new government if the Conservatives seize power next year have begun between the Institute of Insurance Brokers and British Insurance Brokers' Association.
Industry cries foul over IPT decision
The insurance industry has called on the Chancellor to reconsider a decision to apply insurance premium tax to fees on personal lines insurance sold through intermediaries.
Insurers warn of an increase in water damage claims
Aviva suggests that property owners should carry out risk management measures to protect their buildings from serious damage brought on by winter weather.
Biba expresses insurance premium tax concerns
Broker body writes to member on government budget proposals
IIB backs FSCS review
FSA review good news for brokers declares Barbara Bradshaw, chief executive of the Institute of Insurance Brokers.
Defaqto becomes associate member of BIBA
Financial research company also launches BIBA scheme ‘Engage G.I Broker Edition’
Biba applauds FSCS review agreement
Financial Services Authority agrees to re-examine broker funding and fees
Unenviable positions
Brokers must keep up-to-date of the latest developments in the insurance market to be in the best position to obtain the most suitable cover for clients, argue Andrew Blair and Joanne Whyld.
Getting away with it
The recession has meant brokers are now spending more time challenging insurers on their customers' claims, but some see the current environment as a good opportunity to add value, as Ana Paula Nacif reports.
Preparation is only half the battle
A recent survey found 98% of brokers would like to see business continuity planning as part of an insurance risk assessment. Stephanie Denton reports on a recent event where the possibility of this becoming a reality was debated.
Biba marine cargo scheme launched
Biba appoint Northern Marine Underwriters for new cargo scheme