The Broker Investment Group has increased its stake in Scott Blain Insurance Consultants Limited to 74%. The deal builds on a partnership that began in 2015 when TBIG took a minority stake in the Barnet-based broker.

Scott Blain controls gross written premiums of £9m of which around 70% comes from commercial lines and 30% comes from personal lines. It has a team of 15 and co-founder John Blain is set to remain with the business as a consultant. Andrew Azzopardi will continue as managing director.

Dave Clapp, deputy chairman of The Broker Investment Group, said: “Our relationship with Scott Blain spans more than ten years, so this transaction is far more than a traditional acquisition. It is the natural progression of a partnership that has delivered consistent growth, strong client retention and an outstanding reputation in its local market.”

Andrew Azzopardi, managing director of Scott Blain Insurance, added: “Having worked together successfully for so many years, we know that our values, ambitions and approach to serving clients are closely aligned.

“We have ambitious plans for the future, including continued organic growth, investment in our people and the development of new opportunities across both commercial and personal lines.”

The deal is TBIG’s third of 2026 and it says more are in the pipeline.