Andrew Paddick, director general of IIB dies suddenly.

IIB chairman Graham Gomm said: "Andrew had tremendous enthusiasm and devotion to the cause of helping insurance brokers, even those who did not agree with his views had to admire his determination to succeed. His battles with General Accident, the Treasury and regulators will be long remembered." Derek Thornton, chairman of the British Brokers' Association, added: "We at BIBA were greatly saddened to hear of the death of Andrew Paddick. He had represented the interests of the insurance industry with great conviction for many years. Our thoughts and sympathy are with his family and close ...