City & Suburban is first of several PMI acquisitions under consideration

Towergate acquired of Private Medical Insurance provider City & Suburban Health.

As part of the transaction, the current management and staff will be retained under the leadership of Lee Birch, the current Managing Director.

Established in 1997, City & Suburban focuses on the provision of PMI cover for UK small to medium commercial enterprises. Towergate said trhe acquisiotn would help build its position as a leading player in the PMI market.

Peter Cullum, Executive Chairman of Towergate said: “This is another great signing for Towergate. This is the first of several PMI acquisitions currently under discussion for completion this year and will help position Towergate Healthcare as a leading player in the PMI market.”

Lee Birch, Managing Director of City & Suburban Health said: “We’re convinced that Towergate is the right home for our business. Its plans for the PMI market are exciting and closely match the needs of our clients who demand great products combined with first class customer service.”

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