Howden expands into North Wales with acquisition of personal and commercial lines broker

Howden has expanded into North Wales by acquiring general insurance broker Gott and Wynne.

Based in Llandudno, Gott and Wynne works across both personal and commercial lines. 

It has expertise in insurance for Morgan sports cars and classic cars, alongside specialisms in commercial and business insurance and property insurance. 

The business is led by Barry Wynne, Michael Clough and Steven Goldsmith. All three leaders will remain with the business from completion of the acquisition.

The three directors said in a statement: “By joining Howden, with its extensive presence across South Wales, alongside its global network, Gott and Wynne will be positioned to provide greater value to our clients through enhanced solutions and capabilities.”

Wales expansion

This acquisition gives Howden its first branch in North Wales, in addition to its presence elsewhere in country.

Kelly Ogley, chief executive of Howden consumer and local commercial, said: “Having built a full-service insurance broker that is unrivalled in its quality in South Wales, the addition of Gott and Wynne is a significant step forward in growing our business in the north of the country.

”Gott and Wynne and Howden are a strong cultural fit, with shared values for our clients, our people and the local communities we serve.”