United Kingdom (UK)
Acrisure expands in Scotland with WH&R McCartney buy
Acrisure has added to its reach in Scotland snapping up Motherwell-based WH&R McCartney.
Arag posts 60% profit leap in run-up to Das UK integration
Legal expenses insurer Arag grew profit and turnover in 2023 as it readied itself for the takeover of Das UK.
Rebrand of LV Broker to Allianz goes live
Allianz has completed the rebrand of personal lines insurer LV Broker and revealed the appointment of Carolyn Rich to the newly created post of director of brand.
Konsileo launches academy and grows peer-to-peer learning
Konsileo has launched Konsileo Academy with four content pillars and expanded its peer-to-peer learning.
Biba Conference 2024 countdown: Fenchurch Law’s Alex Rosenfield
Alex Rosenfield, associate partner at Fenchurch Law, is looking forward to reacquainting with Rio Ferdinand and is offering delegates an ‘outstanding shoe-shining’.
Ex-Towergate leader Simon Trott joins travel specialist Ancile
Travel insurance broker Ancile Insurance Group has appointed former Towergate Direct boss Simon Trott as CEO.
Brokers push for more from RSA/NIG
Brokers have given a mixed report on communication levels around the RSA and NIG deal but with the process kicking forwards today have expressed the hope the takeover will make more products available.
Motor still in spotlight as FOS confirms half-year GI complaints rise
The Financial Ombudsman Service has again flagged car and motorcycle insurance complaints as it calculated an 18% rise in general insurance cases.
Aviva’s David Martin on the art of the possible
After making a “substantive step change”, Aviva knows there is more to do, and will be meeting with brokers at the British Insurance Brokers’ Association’s conference to work together on what comes next, according to managing director of UKGI…
Biba Conference 2024 countdown: Commercial Express’ Duncan Pritchard
With the 2024 British Insurance Brokers’ Association conference soon upon us, Duncan Pritchard, managing director of Commercial Express, looks forward to productive conversations, and dreams of David Attenborough closing a future event.
ABI among trade bodies slamming FCA proposals to name firms under investigation
The Association of British Insurers and the London & International Insurance Brokers’ Association are part of a group of 16 trade bodies that have signed a letter to the Chancellor asking for help to push back against the Financial Conduct Authority’s…
Hug Hub extranet offering sold to Endeavour Ventures
Endeavour Ventures has bought Hug Hub’s commercial lines focused digital quote platform, Extranet Hub, Insurance Age can reveal.
Q&A: Jonathan Davey
In his first interview since announcing his retirement on LinkedIn last week, former Primary, Keychoice, SSP and Hug Hub leader Jonathan Davey reflects on his time in the industry, and shares what is coming next, including his 28th trip to the Biba…
FCA defends investigation transparency proposals
The Financial Conduct Authority has responded to concerns raised by the House of Lords Financial Services Regulation Committee on its proposal to name firms under investigation.
Biba Conference 2024 countdown: Abacus’ Richard Burgess
With the Biba Conference on the horizon, Richard Burgess, CEO of Abacus, explains he has never had time to see a guest speaker and why he prefers Audible to Oasis.
LV claims director Milliner tipped for DLG role after exit
LV GI claims director Martin Milliner is to leave the insurer he joined in 2006, Insurance Age can reveal.
Market Movement Index: should I stay or should I go?
New research from analyst Broker Insights shows there is plenty of commercial policy movement – particularly in lower premium classes – which indicates strong competition and adequate capacity. But do brokers agree? Rachel Gordon reports.
Motor premiums increase by just 1% in Q1 – ABI
Motor premiums rose by just 1% in the first quarter of 2024, however the average claim paid increased by 8% according to the Association of British Insurers.
Interview: Simon McGinn on Dual’s regional ground-up build for brokers
In his first interview since taking up the role, Dual UK CEO Simon McGinn tells Insurance Age about his plans for the managing general agent, including expanding the reach with regional brokers and boosting the digital offering.
Biba Conference 2024 countdown: SSP Broker’s Martyn Matthews
With the Biba Conference just weeks away, Martyn Mathews, managing director of SSP Broker, quotes psychologist Carl Jung and recollects getting his kids foam swords and shields.
Bartlett grows turnover in 2023 as profits remain stable
Bartlett Group increased annual turnover in 2023 to £17.87m from £16.08m amid stable profits of £1.79m, according to its latest Companies House filing.
Gallagher maintains organic growth in Q1
Gallagher has posted 6% organic growth in its UK and Ireland retail division for the first quarter of 2024.
Aon completes NFP deal
Aon has completed the $13bn (£10.4bn) acquisition of NFP.
My Insurance Downtime: Richard Webb, Pen Underwriting
Richard Webb, MD of UK financial lines & specialist liability, Pen Underwriting, offers us a window into his life outside of insurance covering politics podcasts, a love of indie music and completing an Olympic distance triathlon.