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Legal Assistance Direct launches out of Capita acquisition
Legal Assistance Direct has confirmed its entrance to the insurance market following the acquisition of Capita Assistance legal helpline business.
Capita names new commercial MD
Capita Insurance Services has appointed Derek Henry to the role of managing director of Capita’s commercial insurance business.
Capita Consulting launches financial services practice
Capita Consulting has launched its new financial services consulting practice, appointing Tony Tarquini, formerly head of financial services at Celerant Consulting, to head up the new operation.
UK-Indian traing relations: A passage to India
The UK has long looked at India as a trading partner, especially its outsourcing sector. Following a recent visit by a delegation led by the Prime Minister, Daniel Dunkley looks at how the insurance industry is building its own links with the country.
Capita swoops with £30m acquisition of specialist insurance provider
The Capita Group announced today that it has acquired the National Dental Plan group of companies for a cash consideration of £30m on a cash-free, debt-free basis.
Xchanging nabs two in Capita reunion
Xchanging today announved two new additions to the senior management team for Xchanging Broking Services, Xchanging Insurance Services (XIS) and Xchanging Claims Services.
Brownsword founder departs firm
David Brownsword has left his role as executive chairman of Brownsword Group, two years after returning to the fraud investigation company that he founded.
Brownsword founder leaves
David Brownsword has left his role as executive chairman of Brownsword Group, two years after returning to the fraud investigation company that he founded.
Former Capita manager joins listed outsourcing firm
Resources in Insurance Group has appointed David Codling as consultant, claims and development.
Lloyd's duo greenlighted
Capita Managing Agency and Chubb Insurance have been granted approval to operate new vehicles within the Lloyd's market.
Capita Managing Agency gains Lloyd’s approval
Capita Managing Agency has been approved by Lloyd’s to manage live syndicates, including Syndicate 2232, capitalised by Allied World Assurance, which starts underwriting on 30 June.
Review follows £60m Capita deal
Capita has outlined plans to retain the staff of Premier Medical Group following its £60m acquisition of the company last week.
Capita swoops for £60m Premier Medical
The Capita Group has acquired Premier Medical Group for a cash consideration of £60m on a cash-free, debt-free basis.
Ex-Capita director back
The former director of Capita Insurance Distribution Ian Meyer has confirmed plans to re-enter the market with a new personal lines start-up.
Ex-Capita director confirms new start up plans
The former director of Capita Insurance and ex-Hero insurance development director, Ian Meyer, has confirmed the launch of his new insurance broker in June .
Finance raising - IPOS: Lack of activity
Marsh recently predicted an increase in initial public offerings. Amy Ellis looks at what is actually happening and the impact on the wider insurance community.
Questgates completes Teceris deal
Questgates has completed the final stage of its acquisitions from Teceris (part of Capita Group), announced on 11 February this year.
Questgates appoints two
Questgates has strengthened its counter-fraud team with the appointment of Sally Maeers and Mark Woodhead.
Ex-Hero boss plans start-up
Ian Meyer, a director at Capita Insurance Distribution, is poised to leave the firm to set up his own brokerage, Post has learnt.
Post in print - 22 April
Post reporter Dan Dunkley provides a quick overview of this week's major news including: Towergate brings in IPO experts, Capita insurance chief quits, Lib Dem's in mutual manifesto, Quinn faces UK underwriting decision and insurers assess volcano…
Capita to merge buys to create niche giant
Capita Insurance Services is aiming to become the largest niche motor broker in the UK, according to the managing director of its most recent acquisition Sureterm Direct.
Capita insurance chief quits after six months with 'job done'
Capita's Matthew Briggs is poised to leave the outsourcing firm less than six months into his role as chief executive of the insurance services division.
Thornside appoints account relationship manager
Capita company Thornside has named Mark Outing as its new key account relationship manager.
Capita confirms Sureterm acquisition
Capita Group has bought specialised motor insurance broker, Sureterm Direct.