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Briefing: Roman generals, rusty swords and the likely broker re-independence agenda

2026-06-18T08:00:00+01:00By Toby Clegg

Toby Clegg dwells on some potentially indicative market chatter to ask whether the next M&A trend may not be further consolidation, but a surge in re-independence

Steven Darrah: Really Honest on ‘changing the narrative around insurance’ transparency

2026-06-18T07:00:00+01:00By Harriet Scott

Following its May 2026 rebrand, the broker founder and chief executive says the business was ‘born out of a continued frustration with the insurance industry’ and has ‘jumped in with both feet’ to operate with transparency and accountability

TBIG acquires majority stake in Barnet broker

2026-06-17T10:11:00+01:00By George McDade

‘We have ambitious plans for the future, including continued organic growth, investment in our people and the development of new opportunities,’ says managing director

Ant Middle: How Ageas UK is standing out in a tough personal lines market

2026-06-17T07:00:00+01:00By James Cowen

’For us, being a specialist, scaled player is where we can really stand out,’ says chief executive

Australian broking group that recently expanded in UK gets buyout offer

2026-06-10T09:37:00+01:00By James Cowen

The firm said ’it intends to unanimously recommend that shareholders vote in favour of the potential transaction’

JMG Group acquires commercial broker and MGA to boost south east presence

2026-06-08T13:24:00+01:00By James Cowen

’Our growth and success over the past nine years is down to the strength and commitment of our team,’ says managing director

High Five: Catch up on the biggest stories this week

2026-06-05T14:00:00+01:00By Insurance Times

Insurance Times rounds up the top five stories making headlines across the market from 1 to 5 June 2026

New platform supporting UK brokers expanding across Europe launched

2026-06-04T09:00:00+01:00By Harriet Scott

’We are seeing strong and sustained demand from UK brokers who are looking to expand into Europe, but want to do so in a way that is both compliant and commercially effective from the outset,’ says head of broker services

Atec switches 140,000 policyholders to Addept in add-on insurance shakeup

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

’The partnership promises significant mutual opportunity to grow, delivering new and responsive solutions to the needs of today’s brokers and their customers,’ says managing director

JMG Group announces trio of acquisitions

2026-06-02T11:28:00+01:00By James Cowen

’These businesses share a commitment to looking after clients properly and building relationships that last,’ says chief executive

WTW strengthens digital asset protection offering with acquisition

2026-06-02T09:09:00+01:00By James Cowen

’As digital assets continue to move further into the mainstream, demand for credible regulated protection solutions is increasing,’ says head

Defaqto launches rebranded Market Pricing business

2026-06-01T10:30:00+01:00By George McDade

‘By aligning the business with the Defaqto brand, we are creating a clearer and more unified proposition for insurers seeking trusted insight,’ says director

Admiral completes purchase of digital fleet insurance MGA

2026-06-01T09:59:00+01:00By George McDade

‘Combining Flock’s AI-powered platform with Admiral’s scale and expertise is something we have been hugely looking forward to,’ says chief executive

Korean insurer completes acquisition of US insurer with UK subsidiary

2026-06-01T08:20:00+01:00By James Cowen

’Fortegra is positioned to expand our business geographically, enhance our capabilities and deepen our market presence in the US, Europe, the UK and Asia,’ says chief executive

High Five: Catch up on the biggest stories this week

2026-05-29T14:00:00+01:00By Insurance Times

Insurance Times rounds up the top five stories making headlines across the market from 25 to 29 May 2026

Insurance law firm scoops up legal team from Rosling King

2026-05-29T11:17:00+01:00By James Cowen

’We’re looking forward to being able to focus on providing outstanding service to our clients,’ says senior partner

Half of UK FS chief executives ‘very optimistic’ for next 12 months despite capital constraints

2026-05-28T14:00:00+01:00By Harriet Scott

’Amid ongoing uncertainty, there is a strong determination among leaders to focus on what’s within their control – taking a pragmatic, deliberate approach to growth and investment decisions that set them up for the future,’ says UK and Ireland financial services leader

Birmingham-based broker makes acquisition to broaden regional presence

2026-05-26T08:31:00+01:00By James Cowen

’This acquisition is not only an important step in our continued growth, but a great cultural fit for our group,’ says chief executive

South Wales Insurance Brokers takes stake in Swansea broker

2026-05-22T06:00:00+01:00By Iris Hakaj

Deal brings together two regional brokers as firms prioritise continuity and long-term client relationships

On the mid‑tier squeeze – too big to exit, too small to absorb the shock

2026-05-19T07:00:00+01:00By Graham Jarvis

The mid-tier insurance arena has become a ‘no man’s land’ for firms too large to be nimble specialists and too small to achieved the industrialised efficiency of the global giants, says management consultant

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