Gallagher snaps up Irish broker in latest swoop

Global broker  Arthur J Gallagher has snapped up a Dublin-based firm to increase its client base and service offerings in Ireland.

First Ireland Risk Management is a retail insurance broker offering a variety of commercial and personal insurance products as well as life and pension solutions to clients throughout Ireland.

Following the deal, Tony Gill, Linda Gallagher and their team will remain in Dublin under the direction of Ronan Foley, head of Gallagher's insurance brokerage operations in Ireland.

1. Patrick Gallagher, Jr., chairman, president and CEO of AJG, said: "First Ireland has built a strong reputation for client excellence over 40 years, and their market expertise will further enhance our capabilities in Ireland. We are delighted to welcome Tony, Linda and their colleagues to Gallagher and look forward to working with them to further expand their client base and service offerings."

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