Towergate Professional Indemnity in Manchester has appointed Kathryn Cranney as claims manager.

Cranney has joined from Griffiths & Armour, where she worked for more than 15 years.

She will head up a team of four at Towergate.

TPI managing director Alan Eyre said: “Kathy’s experience in the construction consultancy sector will add significant value to the offering at TPI as we continue to grow within this highly competitive market.

"Kathryn hopes to bring many new ideas to the team and is looking forward to further strengthening our enviable claims reputation.”