Partners& has acquired commercial and personal lines intermediary Amica Insurance Brokers, which is based in Newcastle-under-Lyme in Staffordshire. Tom Barnett and Matthew Merriman founded the 10-strong firm in 2020 and have established a national client Base from their North of England headquarters.

Phil Barton, group CEO of Partners&, said: “I was immediately impressed with the knowledge Tom, Matt and the team had about their clients. Like us, they didn’t view the insurance journey as a transaction. They demonstrated a real care and attention to create a positive client experience – and that stood out.”

In a joint statement, Tom Barnett and Matthew Merriman, founders of Amica Insurance Brokers, said: “Both firms are committed to making a meaningful impact in the insurance broking market, with a strong focus on delivering the best outcomes for clients and insurer partners… Our team is excited about the opportunities ahead and the future we will build together.”