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July 2009 – Kwik Fit Insurance (KFI) played host to a battle of the sexes on Monday as they undertook their second major sales day of 2009.

The day, which saw the firm negotiate discounts for its customers, was a huge success as KFI enjoyed some of it’s strongest sales figures since it began trading in 1995.

Numbers of car insurance policies rocketed with almost 1300 new policies sold, resulting in the intermediary’s fifth strongest sales day for car insurance on record. In addition to strong car insurance figures, KFI also benefited from a surge in home insurance policy sales as the company continues to make a concerted effort to build it’s presence in the home insurance market. The sales day proved to be the second strongest day for home insurance policy sales on record.

In order to install some competitive spirit into the business on the day, staff were pitched into a battle of the sexes as boys competed against girls in a series of physical and mental activities. In addition, the challenge was set to see who would take in the most sales on the day and it was the boys who eventually triumphed after the twelve hour contest.

Alan Brown, Director of Operations at Kwik Fit Insurance, was delighted with the success of the day: “The success of our sales day does not happen by chance. There is an enormous amount of work that goes into ensuring our customers receive the full benefit of these events, from the discounts negotiated by our Insurer Development team, through the marketing and promotion of the day and onto the dedication and hard work of everyone within our sales team.”

As well as car and home insurance, Kwik Fit Insurance provides an extensive range of business insurance products aimed at small to medium sized enterprises, breakdown cover, motorcycle and van insurance, as well as travel and pet insurance.

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Issued by The BIG Partnership on behalf of Kwik Fit Insurance.

For further information, please contact Michelle Holton, Jane Robertson or Bryan Garvie at The BIG Partnership on 0141 333 9585 or /firstname.lastname@bigpartnership.co.uk

Note To Editors

Kwik Fit Financial Services was launched in 1995 and has grown to become one of the UK’s leading car insurance distributors, as well as a major presence in home insurance and other insurance markets.

Since its launch in 1995, Kwik Fit Insurance services has grown and developed into one of Scotland’s most dynamic and award winning contact centres.

We are an insurance intermediary specialising in general insurance, car and home insurance services.

Kwik Fit Insurance
1 Masterton Way
Tannochside Business Park
Uddingston
Glasgow
Scotland
G71 5PU
01698 786369
Email: gordon.ross@kfis.co.uk
website: www.kwik-fitinsurance.com

June 2009 – Lanarkshire based insurance intermediary Kwik Fit Insurance has again scooped a leading industry prize, picking up the Best Practice in Recruitment award at The Scottish Recruitment Awards 2009.

The event, held at the Marriott Hotel in Glasgow and hosted by TV favourite Jackie Bird, recognised the cream of the recruitment industry, including awards for both recruitment agencies and major Scottish employers.

Seeing off competition from mobile phone giant O2, who was also short-listed, the judges identified Kwik Fit Insurance’s commitment to supporting diverse religions, cultures and abilities within its workforce. The panel was impressed with the flexibility offered to new recruits and existing staff, with a special prayer room established, Halal meats introduced to the menu in the staff restaurant and time off granted to support religious festivals among the highlights of the review.

Specialist equipment was purchased and safety training given to support staff with various disabilities, to ensure that Kwik Fit Insurance continues to attract the best people to join its ever expanding workforce.

Brendan Devine, Kwik Fit Financial Services Group Managing Director, said: “Our recruitment team work incredibly hard to promote Kwik Fit Insurance as the place to work in Lanarkshire. We have some fantastic facilities and benefits on offer and staff are given a wide variety of opportunities to develop their career with us. I am delighted that their hard work has paid off and the team has received the recognition that they deserve.”

Marie Stewart, Induction and Recruitment Manager at Kwik Fit Insurance, said: “We’re passionate about supporting the varying needs of our diverse staff and have made changes and improvements in many areas of the business to maintain a high level of staff satisfaction. I’m delighted that the team have been rewarded for their efforts and as a business, Kwik Fit Insurance continues to be recognised as a top class employer in Scotland.”

Kwik Fit Insurance is one of the largest single site employers in Lanarkshire with almost 1000 permanent full and part time staff at its Tannochside office.

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Issued by Grahame Critcher of Kwik-Fit Insurance

For further information contact Grahame on 01324 606235 or Gordon Ross on 01698 786369

Kwik Fit Insurance Services was launched in 1995 and has grown to become one of the UK’s leading insurance distributors providing competitive car insurance quotes, as well as a major presence in home and other insurance markets including home insurance.

The company’s award-winning call centre at Uddingston, Lanarkshire, now employs almost 1000 people, handling 10 million calls every year.

Since its launch in 1995, Kwik Fit Insurance Services has grown and developed into one of Scotland’s most dynamic contact centres.

Kwik Fit Insurance Services is part of the Kwik Fit Group owned by private equity firm PAI Partners.

The philosophy of the business is to provide the best possible service to customers.

Kwik-Fit Insurance
1 Masterton Way
Tannochside Business Park
Uddingston
Glasgow
Scotland
G71 5PU
01698 786369
Email: gordon.ross@kfis.co.uk
website: www.kwik-fitinsurance.com

June 2009 – Uddingston based Kwik Fit Insurance has rewarded employees for 5 years loyal service with a luxurious lunch prepared by Brian Maule, Chef Proprietor of the celebrated Glasgow fine dining restaurant, Chardon d’Or.

Over 70 employees were joined by Kwik Fit Financial Services Group Managing Director, Brendan Devine and his board of directors on Friday, 5th June, for a relaxing day out. A fleet of limousines picked up the staff from the Tannochside offices, adding to the glitz and glamour of the day. The event consisted of a cocktail reception, followed by a three course lunch and a presentation to reward employees for the hard work and dedication to the company.

Each member of staff was presented with £60 worth of high street vouchers before retiring to the private bar to enjoy cocktails and drinks. Brian Maule, Chef Proprietor of Chardon d’Or, said: “We were delighted to welcome the staff and directors of Kwik Fit Insurance to celebrate their five years of service. It was a pleasure to see so many employees being rewarded for excellence and loyalty whilst also enjoying our hospitality.”

Further celebrations are planned on the 21st August when 17 fellow employees are also being treated to an overnight stay at the five star holiday resort, Turnberry Hotel, after completing 10 years service with the company.

Brendan Devine, Kwik Fit Financial Services Group Managing Director, presented the worthy employees with the awards. He said: “It’s important for us as a business to reward employees who contribute greatly to our sustained success. Despite difficult financial times, our business has continued to grow and our loyal workforce has been integral to this.”

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Notes to editors:

Kwik Fit Insurance Services was launched in 1995 and has grown to become one of the UK’s leading insurance distributors providing competitive car insurance quotes, as well as a major presence in home and other insurance markets including home insurance.

The company’s award-winning call centre in Uddingston, Lanarkshire, now employs almost 1000 people, and was named top insurer (17th overall) in the Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work For 2009.

Since its launch in 1995, Kwik Fit Financial Services has grown and developed into one of Scotland’s most dynamic contact centres.

Kwik Fit Financial Services is part of the Kwik Fit Group owned by private equity firm PAI Partners.

The philosophy of the business is to provide the best possible service to customers.

Kwik-Fit Insurance
1 Masterton Way
Tannochside Business Park
Uddingston
Glasgow
Scotland
G71 5PU
01698 786369
Email: gordon.ross@kfis.co.uk
website: www.kwik-fitinsurance.com

June 2009 – Leading insurance intermediary Kwik Fit Insurance is calling on British households to spend more time getting to know their neighbours this European Neighbours Day.

A survey commissioned by the broker reveals that relationships between neighbours in the UK’s towns and villages seem to have hit rock bottom, with 4 out 5 people claiming to not know their neighbour and many facing regular problems with noise disturbance from next door.

Interestingly, the stereotypical ‘nosey neighbour’ famously portrayed by TV’s favourite soap characters Mo Slater in Eastenders and Norris Cole in Coronation Street appears to be commonplace within Britain’s communities, with the survey revealing that over one third of British householders actually consider themselves to be a nosey neighbour.

While the survey of over 2000 householders paints a picture of the erosion of community spirit on our streets, there are also encouraging signs that Brits would like to change the situation, and work closer with their fellow residents to improve their neighbourhood.

A staggering 81 percent of those questioned said they would like to be more active in their communities and sign up to a Neighbourhood Watch Scheme.

Brendan Devine, Group Managing Director of Kwik Fit Financial Services, said: “The results of our survey have thrown up some interesting statistics regarding life in today’s British suburbs.. We believe that closer communities can lead to safer communities and we hope that on European Neighbours Day, more Brits will spend some time making friends with their neighbours.”

Roy Rudham, Chair of the UK Neighbourhood Watch Trust, said: “Good neighbours can make a real difference in helping to build safer communities for everyone.

“The results of Kwik Fit Insurance’s survey are very encouraging with over 80% of people saying that they would like to join a Neighbourhood Watch Scheme. If more people were active in supporting their local Neighbourhood Watch, we would create safer environments for our families.”

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Issued by The BIG Partnership on behalf of Kwik-Fit Insurance.

For further information, please contact Michelle Holton, Jane Robertson or Bryan Garvie at The BIG Partnership on 0141 333 9585 or jane.robertson@bigpartnership.co.uk/michelle.holton@bigpartnership.co.uk

Note To Editors

Kwik Fit Financial Services was originally launched in 1995 and has become one of the UK’s leading car insurance distributors. They also have a major presence in home insurance and other insurance markets.

The company’s call centre in Uddingston, Lanarkshire, now employs nearly 1000 employers, and was also named top insurer (17th overall) in the Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work For 2009.

Since its launch in 1995, Kwik Fit Insurance Services has grown and developed into one of Scotland’s most dynamic contact centres.

Kwik Fit Insurance Services is part of the Kwik Fit Group owned by private equity firm PAI Partners.

The philosophy of the business is to provide the best possible service to customers

Kwik-Fit Insurance
1 Masterton Way
Tannochside Business Park
Uddingston
Scotland
G71 5PU
01698 786369
Email: gordon.ross@kfis.co.uk
website: www.kwik-fitinsurance.com

June 2009 – Cash-conscious Brits planning to spend their summer break in the UK this year are being urged to take out adequate travel insurance by Kwik Fit Insurance.

The leading insurance intermediary is warning that travel insurance is often the first thing to go when people are trying to cut costs. But insurance for holidaying at home is just as important as taking out a policy when you go abroad.

Kwik Fit Insurance managing director Brendan Devine, said: “Most people take out holiday insurance if they’re going to Torremolinos but they tend not to think about it if they are heading off for a week in Torquay. It’s important to remember that it’s just as easy to lose money or luggage in the West Country or the Highlands of Scotland as it in when going abroad.”

Kwik Fit Insurance surveyed thousands of people across the UK as part of its summer home insurance survey to find out how belt-tightening is affecting their spending habits.

- Almost 1 in 5 people admitted they had been on holiday without taking out travel insurance.

- Fifty percent of those questioned said they would still take a holiday this summer despite the economic downturn.

- However, 83 percent, 8 out of 10, said they would not go in to debt to fund a holiday.

Brendan Devine added: “The annual summer holiday is a major expense and people are thinking twice about paying for it on a credit card or overdraft given the current economic climate. Travel insurance really doesn’t add much to the cost of your holiday – not only does it give peace of mind, it also ensures that you don’t end up with additional expense when you get home if something goes wrong.”

Checking your car insurance is up-to-date is also a must if you are travelling long distances in the UK this summer.

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Issued by The BIG Partnership on behalf of Kwik-Fit Insurance.

For further information, please contact Michelle Holton, Jane Robertson or Bryan Garvie at The BIG Partnership on 0141 333 9585 or jane.robertson@bigpartnership.co.uk/michelle.holton@bigpartnership.co.uk

Note to Editors:

Kwik Fit Insurance Services was launched in 1995 and has grown to become one of the UK’s leading motor insurance distributors, as well as a major presence in home insurance and car insurance markets.

The company’s award-winning call centre in Uddingston, Lanarkshire, now employs almost 1000 people, and was named top insurer (17th overall) in the Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work For 2009.

Since its launch in 1995, Kwik Fit Insurance Services has grown and developed into one of Scotland’s most dynamic contact centres.

Kwik Fit Insurance Services is part of the Kwik Fit Group owned by private equity firm PAI Partners.

The philosophy of the business is to provide the best possible service to customers.

Kwik-Fit Insurance
1 Masterton Way
Tannochside Business Park
Uddingston
Scotland
G71 5PU
01698 786369
Email: gordon.ross@kfis.co.uk
website: www.kwik-fitinsurance.com