Fusion Insurance has opened a regional office based in Manchester to cover the North West of England.

Executive manager Neil Clayton, who will be supported by regional underwriting manager Mike Ness, will head the Manchester team.

Director Geoff Crisp said: “Manchester is a major insurance market and we believe it is essential that we have a presence there.

“The opening of our Manchester office comes hot on the heels of our new office in St Albans and demonstrates our commitment to serving brokers locally.

“Neil and Mike have many years experience and, with their team in Manchester, they will be able to provide flexible and responsive underwriting decisions to our brokers in the North West.”