There’s no doubt that law firms are having more open conversations about mental health these days – and have taken action to support employee wellbeing in a range of ways. The International Bar Association says approximately three-quarters of law firms have initiatives in place to support employees’ mental health.

The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (BIBA) has launched a new guide to help members when using Managing General Agents (MGAs) An MGA’s primary function is the provision of underwriting services via underwriting permissions from insurers.  They may undertake many tasks that insurers normally handle and rely on the insurer largely for just risk capacity and […] The post BIBA launches a guide to help members access the capacity of MGAs appeared first on BIBA.

Kay Burley to host The BIBA Conference 2026  The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (BIBA) has announced a new host for The BIBA Conference, broadcaster and journalist, Kay Burley  (photo available here). Kay was part of the original team that launched Sky News in 1989, becoming the channel’s first female presenter. Throughout her career, she has […] The post Kay Burley to host The BIBA Conference 2026 appeared first on BIBA.

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 post Martin Bridges to be SMEBAB Deputy Chair and joins main BIBA Board appeared first on BIBA.

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We are delighted to announce the shortlist for the 40th annual BIBA Journalist and Media Awards 2022. Scoop of the Year Award Adam McNestrie Insurance Insider Catrin Shi Insurance Insider Edmund Tirbutt Mail On Sunday Harry Curtis Insurance Post Jen Frost Insurance Post Pamela Kokoszka Insurance Post Rachel Dalton Insurance Insider Rebecca Hancock The Insurer […] The post BIBA JOURNALIST AND MEDIA AWARDS 2022 – SHORTLIST ANNOUNCED appeared first on BIBA.

The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (BIBA) has named Samantha Lowry, Commercial Team Leader, of Gallagher, as its young broker of the year 2025. The two runners-up from a field of exceptionally high quality were George Faulkner, Managing Director, of Merlin Insurance Brokers and Rob Nicholls, Regional Development Director of Everywhen. The award recognises the performance, contribution […] The post Samantha Lowry named the Oliver Rose BIBA Young Broker of the Year 2025 appeared first on BIBA.

In this issue of The Voice, we highlight key developments across the MGA community, from Broker Exchange London bringing MGAs and brokers together, to insights from our MGA Claims Conference on AI, talent and claims excellence. We also feature member and sponsor contributions, update you on the Next Gen Mentorship Scheme and the launch of FASE, share the latest MGAA Conversations episodes, and include compliance updates from ICSR (UK) and Sicsic Advisory (ROI). You’ll also find new member resources to support your success, along with key dates for your 2026 diary.

As personal auto insurers in the U.S. continue to recalibrate or even withdraw from certain states and customer segments, automakers are increasingly exploring affinity-based insurance programs to bridge the gap—and rebuild customer relationships in the process. One major North American manufacturer, in partnership with WTW Affinity, has embraced a digital-first, multi-insurer model that offers broader state-by-state coverage and more personalized consumer choice than traditional captive insurance models.

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We’re living in times that are ripe for financial crime. The strains of the current macroeconomic environment can drive people to take money that isn’t theirs - and advances in technology are providing them with ever-expanding ways to do so.

Cyber attacks on SMEs are rising sharply, yet many brokers find it difficult to convince clients that cyber insurance is a must-have. We sat down with Andrew Martin, our CEO, to talk about the top objections brokers hear from SME clients and how to handle them with confidence.