All articles by Harriet Scott – Page 2
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NewsHedron Network launches new framework to help brokers attract and retain talent
The new support framework tackles ‘the clear challenge’ brokers face in ’bringing new people into the industry, equipping them with the skills they need and keeping them for the long term,’ says chief executive
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NewsAcrisure launches digital gateway to the London market for SMBs
’Historically, SMBs have had limited access to the London market due to high volumes and low premiums,’ says managing director
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AnalysisIn Focus: Could cyber-centric broker schemes boost commercial cyber insurance penetration?
The latest Insurance Times Schemes Index, published on 15 January 2026, has typically reflected an erratic picture for commercial cyber schemes. With premiums up 12% on six months ago, do cyber-centric broker schemes have the potential to improve uptake of commercial cyber insurance?
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NewsUnitary joins Biba to expand engagement with UK brokers
’We’re excited to work with Biba and its members to help brokers adopt automation across areas including client onboarding, application ingestion and carrier reporting,’ says chief executive
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NewsLMA appoints two-c-suites to board
’Their experience and perspectives will be invaluable as we continue to represent and support our members and the wider Lloyd’s market,’ says chief executive
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NewsDestination Insurance: Sector has failed to sufficiently advertise development opportunities
With 45% of individuals in the industry reportedly leaving due to a lack of career development, a HR director says that the industry needs to ‘shout about’ internal lateral moves to keep talent
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NewsUris Group-owned MGA enters Northern Ireland home insurance market
’Northern Ireland is a market we understand well and we’re committed to supporting local brokers with on-the-ground expertise,’ says operations and claims director
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NewsTysers appoints new property and casualty director
’Tysers has a reputation for successfully balancing tradition and innovation and I look forward to collaborating with colleagues to build on these principles and deliver solutions for clients,’ says appointee
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NewsDestination Insurance: Insurance industry should not ‘gaslight’ D&I
‘D&I is something that you live, not something that you launch,’ says chief people officer
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NewsBiba Manifesto 2026: Spotlight on suitability of insurance products as women’s sports grows
’We’ve had incredible success with our [England] women’s football team and rugby team, [but] they bring with them different risks, different injuries and different challenges,’ says chief executive
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NewsSedgwick launches new London-based Global Specialty platform
’This is not just an expansion. It’s a strategic transformation with the best in the industry leading the way,’ says international chief executive
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NewsCII reveals 10 newly chartered corporate firms
’The 10 firms that have achieved Chartered status should be immensely proud of their work and we are delighted to welcome them all into our prestigious professional community,’ says president
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NewsFOS targets resolving 80% of cases within six months in 2026/27
’The continuous delivery of changes and improvements to our service and the framework in which we operate will be a key focus next year,’ interim chief executive
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NewsAllianz partnership to advance responsible AI in insurance
’With this partnership, Allianz is taking a decisive step to address critical AI challenges in insurance,’ says chief executive
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NewsQBE announces senior hires ahead of European media PI launch
’The hire of two trusted media insurance specialists underpins QBE’s commitment to growth in this area as we look to further diversify our PI portfolio,’ says PI portfolio manager of international markets
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NewsCFC partners with Biba over launch of SME cyber cover extension
’We haven’t fully addressed the exposure faced by small businesses of a customer falling victim to a cyber attack and impacting the supply chain like this – until now,’ says head of global cyber underwriting
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NewsAddept Insurance appoints new head of claims operations
’It is an exciting time to join the team and help to shape the claims operations, ensuring they continue to deliver as we see future product and client growth,’ says appointee
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NewsOctave Ventures secures Lloyd’s approval for new managing agent
’While we have long been actively managing the Syndicates, becoming a Lloyd’s Managing Agent enhances our capabilities and further enables us to add value to the Lloyd’s market,’ says chief executive
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NewsMGA launches commercial property emergency insurance
’It provides SME clients with the flexibility to tailor a package of cover that meets their individual needs,’ says managing director
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IT InterviewRyan Gill: Steering Bspoke ‘delicately’ through a broker service transformation
With long-term investments coming to fruition, the MGA group’s recently appointed chief executive sets out how broker service improvements will promise a return to a five star rating and drive growth in 2026
