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In May I spoke on stage at the BIBA Conference about “Broker Choices”. Having recently completed a Management Buy-Out of our independent firm, Yutree Insurance, the topic couldn’t have been more fitting. This October, I was back on stage at Broker Expo, joining the panel discussion “Broker Builders: How to Grow Without Selling Out.” At…

In today’s insurance landscape, brokers face increasing pressure to deliver fast, accurate solutions for clients – often with tight deadlines, limited information and an evolving risk environment. At the same time, standard markets can be slow, inflexible or difficult to navigate when a risk doesn’t fit neatly into a predefined box. That’s why speed, flexibility…

Placing Contractors All Risks (CAR) insurance isn’t just about ticking a compliance box. In a sector where pressures can shift overnight, the risks facing construction firms are constantly evolving. From delayed materials and labour shortages to theft and extreme weather, brokers have a crucial role to play in helping clients protect their projects as well…

Placing liability cover for landowners can be tricky. While land-only risks are common, they’re often misunderstood – and getting it wrong can leave your clients exposed to costly claims. From development plots and ransom strips to private woodlands and unadopted roads, land brings a wide range of potential hazards. As a broker, you need an…

When times are tough, businesses naturally look for ways to cut costs. Rising expenses, tightening margins and economic uncertainty mean that no budget line is immune from scrutiny – and insurance is often one of the outgoings put under the microscope. But while it’s understandable that businesses want to control their spending, liability insurance should…