Safeagent, the not-for-profit accreditation scheme for lettings and management agents, has named Howden as its preferred insurance broker. Under the arrangement, Howden will provide Safeagent firms a packaged solution including property, business interruption, public and employers’ liability cover. Howden will arrange other covers as needed.

Isobel Thomson, CEO of Safeagent, said: “We are pleased to be working with Howden, who will deliver cost-effective products for our firms using their extensive knowledge and reach in the insurance market. Our member firms will benefit from the peace of mind of knowing that all of their insurance needs are catered for, at a competitive price.”

Jamie Arthur, client director, professional indemnity at Howden, added: “We are delighted to be working with Safeagent to explore how our broad product capabilities can benefit their agents, so that they can continue to deliver excellent standards of service for their clients while confident in the knowledge that they have access to market-leading insurance solutions.”