The Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) has published its 2025/26 Annual Report and Class Statements, highlighting several developments, some that are relevant to insurance brokers and intermediaries. Deposit Protection Limit Increased to £120,000 From 1 December 2025, the FSCS deposit protection limit increased from £85,000 to £120,000 per eligible depositor, per authorised institution. Protection for […]

The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (BIBA)’s Travel Medical Directory has helped more than 400,000 consumers since it was recognised five years ago by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) as a signposting solution for consumers with serious medical conditions. Helping consumers to find specialist insurance providers, the directory improves access to suitable travel insurance protection for […]

 The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (BIBA) has renewed its professional indemnity (PI) accredited broker agreement with Lockton for a further three years.   Paul Afteni, Head of Regulated Financial Services PI, Senior Vice President, – Global Professional & Financial Risks at Lockton said:  “Lockton remains the world’s largest privately held, independent insurance broker, and we are proud to […]

The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (BIBA) has named Tom Luckham of Insurance Post as the 2026 BIBA Journalist of the Year at its annual Journalist & Media Awards. In their 44th year, the Association’s prestigious awards recognise the important role of the media in increasing the understanding of insurance and insurance broking. Congratulating Tom, BIBA’s […]

The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (BIBA) has announced that Martin Bridges FCII  has been appointed Deputy Chair of its SME Brokers’ Advisory Board (SMEBAB) and is also taking a seat on its main Board . He takes the role vacated by Shona Robertson of H&R insurance, who succeeded Karen Weir of Weir Insurance Brokers as […]

The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (BIBA) has appointed Amy Cox as its new Head of Public Affairs, further strengthening the organisation’s engagement with Government and policymakers as it continues to champion the needs of the insurance broking sector. Amy will report directly to BIBA’s Chief Executive, she joined the BIBA team at The BIBA Conference […]

Kay Burley, Conference Host, broadcaster and journalist, announced today at The BIBA Conference that the event will return to Manchester Central on Wednesday 12 and Thursday 13 May 2027. BIBA Conference Director, Emma Chapman commented: “It has been an incredible show and we thank all the attendees, exhibitors and sponsors and we look forward to […]

The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (BIBA) has named George Faulkner, Managing Director of Merlin Insurance; and Jack Briggs, Senior Commercial Account Executive of KGJ Insurance Group, as the two Young Brokers of the Year 2026. The judges chose to recognise two winners this year, reflecting the exceptional calibre of candidates and the outstanding achievements demonstrated across […]

The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (BIBA) has welcomed the announcement, in the King’s Speech, that a new Enhancing Financial Services Bill and an EU Partnership Bill will be introduced for the 2026/2027 parliamentary session. The Enhancing Financial Services Bill, which BIBA has been calling for as its number one Manifesto issue, is the essential vehicle […]