Network launches client money receipt servicing service to cut broker admin burden
‘Brokers are acutely aware that client money is a key regulatory responsibility, so it is essential that the process is both fully compliant and efficient too,’ says accounting manager
Personal lines broker signs new deal with PremFina after Close Brothers decision
’Partnering with PremFina, whose customer-centric approach strongly aligns with our values, feels like a natural step for our business,’ says managing director
Clear Group appoints new chief people and performance officer
‘Her track record in delivering global change and building high performing organisations will be invaluable as Clear Group continues to grow,’ says chief executive
Family-owned broker snaps up ex-Gallagher leader for leadership role
’Over the course of time, he has become a highly regarded figure in the commercial motor market, attracting huge respect from the people who have worked with him,’ says managing director
Willis launches auto-follow facility that offers discount on lead pricing
‘Gemini represents a significant advancement in our ability to support clients with robust and reliable capacity,’ says global head of placement
Gallagher’s Rea explains why talks to acquire PIB Group ended
At the 2025 Biba Conference in May, rumours were circulating that Gallagher could be closing in on a deal for PIB Group
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SME underinsurance is far from a small problem
SMEs and sole traders are a ‘significantly untapped market’, according to chief growth officer – however, the insurance sector must be more proactive when it comes to accident and health covers
Manifesto 2024: Biba calls for amendments to UK government Apprenticeship Levy
‘Some of these funding that is designed to be used for training that our country needs is not being used and widening the levy rules would help make that happen,’ says public affairs officer
UK insurance market over cyber ‘hurdle’
Brokers have been pivotal in the turn of the market but ‘much more work’ remains
Briefing: Why M&A can no longer be the default growth strategy
The data indicates that acquisition activity is – at last – decelerating in UKGI. However, this is no bad thing, indicating that growth strategies are increasingly considering sustainability rather than just scale
Michael Rea: How AssuredPartners deal will help grow Gallagher’s UK and Ireland arm
’It’s probably the biggest retail transaction we’ll have done in the UK, certainly in my time here in 10 years,’ says UK and Ireland chief executive
Brokers are ‘logical latecomers’ to AI use as ‘old guard’ believe in certain way of doing tasks
Briefing: How AI can humanise insurance
Benjamin Verlingue: Fourth generation leader emphasises ‘entrepreneurial spirit’ underpinning UK and European operations
Briefing: Growth may come with risk, as Reeves looks to regulatory reset
Michael Rea: How AssuredPartners deal will help grow Gallagher’s UK and Ireland arm
’It’s probably the biggest retail transaction we’ll have done in the UK, certainly in my time here in 10 years,’ says UK and Ireland chief executive
Benjamin Verlingue: Fourth generation leader emphasises ‘entrepreneurial spirit’ underpinning UK and European operations
Chairman and chief executive plans to ‘respect the legacy’ of familial past leaders while steering the broker’s strategy to double business size over the next three years
Alastair Swift: Willis cementing ‘deep specialty expertise’ as a ‘true differentiator’
’Others may be really interested in breadth, but we’re really interested in expertise and being leaders in our chosen fields,’ says broker’s head of specialties
Trey Norman: Love Islander returns to insurance with a bombshell on the talent gap
’I don’t think we’ve got that flagship person doing the real hard yards – going into schools, doing forums and Q&As,’ says commercial executive
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