SME Brokers
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News AnalysisAttacking opportunity: Can the cyber insurance market deliver in 2026?
Record cyber attacks in 2025 exposed entrenched supply‑chain vulnerabilities and caused widespread disruption to UK businesses, yet cyber insurance penetration remains low – what opportunities does the market see to protect businesses going forward?
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News AnalysisSME 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
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News AnalysisManifesto 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
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News AnalysisUK insurance market over cyber ‘hurdle’
Brokers have been pivotal in the turn of the market but ‘much more work’ remains
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IT Awards 2023Insurance Times Awards 2023: Simply Business and Sedgwick pursue simplicity for customers
Mark Sharman, claims operations lead at Simply Business, discusses the firm’s joint entry with Sedgwick for the Commercial Lines Broker of the Year Award
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NewsSME broker reveals plans for new office in 2024
‘There is a wealth of insurance knowledge around Stoke-on-Trent and beyond which makes it a great location for a new office’, says managing director
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NewsJensten completes acquisition of One Broker Group
The deal ‘highlights the strength of Jensten’s proposition to brokers contemplating a sale where a clear commitment to retaining a regional presence is important’, says chief executive
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NewsCowbell ‘deepens focus’ on US and UK SME markets with new investment
‘This milestone is a testament to our expertise, culture, and market leadership’, says founder
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News AnalysisSME brokers grapple with ESG strategies in collaborative effort with insurers
’It may be possible to achieve alignment relatively easily by having a discussion about what ESG means and how it is relevant to the firm,’ says associate broker
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NewsCowbell expands cyber insurance distribution through new partnership
’Together, we’re proving how API-driven distribution can transform an industry,’ says chief revenue officer
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NewsAviva announces duo of distribution leadership appointments
’I’m confident that we have the right ingredients to continue to grow and succeed in commercial lines,’ says managing director
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NewsSMEs cancelling at least one policy as more than half rely on credit to fund cover
‘Insurance is vital for business operations,’ says chief sales officer
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News AnalysisZurich not standing still on eTrading investment following top spot platforms ranking
’Whilst technology is an enabler, it will never replace the experience of our people and the importance we place on our trading relationships,’ says head of SME
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NewsArdonagh Advisory continues growth trajectory with addition of independent broker
’This is a great opportunity for Ethos Broking to further its geographic reach with a high-quality regional broking business that is well-respected in its local area,’ says chief executive
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News AnalysisSpecialisation spells survival for SME brokers in evolving landscape
SME brokers will continue to play a ’significant role’ in the insurance market while maintaining their independence, says head of M&A
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News AnalysisConsumer Duty’s regulatory burden particularly unwelcome for SME brokers
According to Jackson Lee Underwriting’s head of leisure insurance Graeme Hamilton “some people forget about the small brokers out there”.
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NewsThe challenges and opportunities smaller brokers face as Consumer Duty deadline looms
’Some people forget about the small brokers out there,’ says head of leisure insurance
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NewsJMG Group buys broker to strengthen north west presence
‘The team’s track record of generating online leads will add another dimension to business development within the group’, says chief executive
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NewsJMG Group strengthens south of England foothold with new broker buy
’Having them on board give us additional expertise to share across the group,’ says chief executive
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NewsAssuredPartners announces acquisition of Irish broker
’We remain an active buyer of quality brokerages and would expect to increase our GWP over the next calendar year,’ says chief executive
