Partners& has added SEP Insurance, specialists in commercial vehicle, courier, and taxi risks, to its portfolio of services for commercial clients. With locations in Bootle, Chester and Southport, the move extends the presence of Partners& across the North of England where it already operates in Bolton and Leeds.

SEP was established in 2018 and has a team of 20 staff. Phil Stafford, Managing Director of SEP, said: “It was important that we identified a partner that would have our clients at heart and, with their expertise and resources, allow us to increase our client base and develop market opportunities. Meeting the wider team at Partners& has only re-affirmed that our decision to join Partners& was right. We are excited to be joining the Partners& family and sharing in their future successes and continued growth plans.”

Phil Barton, CEO of the Partners& Group, added: “Hailing from the North-West myself, I’m delighted that Phil and the team are now part of Partners&. Their experience and knowledge are second to none, and their care for their clients is truly impressive – they ensure they deliver the best experience for their clients, which can be difficult in this challenging sector.”