Chase Templeton Continues Its Acquisition Spree With The Purchase Of UK Independent

Online, February 25, 2013 (Newswire.com) - Chase Templeton continues its drive to consolidate the PMI intermediary sector by announcing the purchase of Hampshire based UK Independent.

The acquisition adds over 1100 clients and circa £5m API to the Chase Templeton book, which includes both individual and corporate PMI policies.

Kevin Amphlett, CEO of Chase Templeton commented "The addition of UK Independent to our portfolio further reinforces our position in the market as one of the UK's leading Private Medical Insurance intermediaries. Richard Blackler ran a profitable and highly customer focussed business. Clients joining us from UK Independent can be assured that the high levels of service to which they have become accustomed will continue, whilst now benefiting from our wide portfolio of services and beneficial terms".

Kevin also added "The recent investment we received from Palatine Private Equity means that these really are exciting times for Chase Templeton, with further key acquisitions and appointments in the pipeline".

Richard Blackler, Managing Director of UK Independent said "I am delighted that I have been able to conclude this sale with a professional and reputable firm such as Chase Templeton. Having worked with them for a number of years as part of their broker network, I have first-hand experience of the outstanding service they provide to their network partners and their valued clients. Chase has a well established acquisition model which means my clients will fit into their business perfectly, immediately benefitting from the exceptional service levels and broad offering of products offered by their team".

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About Chase Templeton

Founded in 2002 by Kevin Amphlett, Chase Templeton have made 14 PMI specialist acquisitions to date and is a leading independent Private Medical Insurance and Employee Benefits Intermediary, based in Blackburn, Lancashire. Chase Templeton offer wholly independent advice on a wide range of Employee Benefits, Private Medical and Protection insurance products.

Find out more Chase Templeton at www.chasetempleton.co.uk

For more information or for comment from Kevin Amphlett please contact Gillian McCammon on 01254 504914 or via email [email protected]