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The biggest people moves this week

2026-02-06T13:01:00+00:00By

Insurance Times rounds up the most significant appointments, departures and board changes from 2 to 6 February 2026

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Howden completes $703m bond raise

2026-02-06T11:00:00+00:00By

’The proceeds of this transaction will primarily be used to fund identified growth opportunities in the US and transformation projects at group level,’ says broker

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Marsh Risk appoints new international affinity leader

2026-02-06T08:00:00+00:00By

‘He brings a wealth of international leadership experience to Marsh’s affinity business,’ says chief executive

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Compare Insurance acquires book of clients from Insure My Business

2026-02-06T07:00:00+00:00By

’While our primary focus is always on organic growth, when the right opportunity arises, we love acquiring high-quality books of business and onboarding them into our digital platform,’ says chief executive

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Unoccupied property insurance demand surges by 500%

2026-02-05T13:00:00+00:00By

’What was once considered a niche insurance product is becoming increasingly mainstream,’ says chief executive

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Specialist broker secures reinsurance backing for excess of loss facility

2026-02-05T12:00:00+00:00By

’The capacity gap in high-hazard sectors is significant and we’re excited to be part of the solution,’ says chief executive

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East-Suffolk-based commercial broker rebrands after acquisition

2026-02-05T11:28:00+00:00By

The brand will be introduced across client communications, digital channels, the Ipswich office and Ipswich business community in the coming weeks

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Backchat: January/February 2026

2026-02-04T10:00:00+00:00

Broker boosts charity coffers with fundraising focus, networking lunch showcases pasta perfection, market run club collects high headcount and the league table for Insurance Times’ Fantasy Football season heats up. What has the insurance industry been up to of late? You heard it here first…

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FOS commits to sharing learnings from industry complaints data

2026-02-03T14:04:00+00:00By

’There’s a real opportunity for us to make a step change through our thematic reviews,’ says managing director

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MGA providing modular cover for SMEs launches

2026-02-03T10:06:00+00:00By

’Our service empowers brokers to build truly tailored solutions and ensures clients get support when it matters most,’ says co-founder

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Marsh names new UK chief executive

2026-02-02T10:37:00+00:00By

’I look forward to working with our colleagues and clients as we turn these risks into opportunities and support their future growth,’ says appointee

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Fantasy Football: Dallas Scott Davey’s Darren Scott Q&A

2026-01-30T14:00:00+00:00By

Dallas Scott Davey director Darren Scott talks to Insurance Times about his strong performance in this year’s Fantasy Football league

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