Arag Group completes DAS UK integration

Arag Group has completed the integration of the DAS UK brand into its operations.

DAS UK was acquired by Arag in July 2023, with the deal being finalised in January 2024.

With the integration being complete, Arag now has its own insurance company, Arag Legal Expenses Insurance Company, and law firm, Arag Law, in the UK.

Arag is also consolidating all Bristol-based staff and operations into a central location in the city, while retaining its existing offices in Bedwas, south Wales, and Lime Street in London.

Tony Buss, chief executive at Arag UK, said: “This is a huge milestone for Arag, as we’ve taken a further step in bringing together two of the most respected legal expenses insurance providers in the UK market.

“The opportunities created by having an insurance company and our own law firm are enormous for Arag, but will also create significant benefits for our business partners and value for our policyholders.”

’New era’

DAS UK was established over 40 years ago and had been the legal protection insurance business for German insurance group Ergo in the UK.

Buss said the disappearance of the DAS UK brand from the UK market after 50 years ”marks the end of one era, especially for those of us who worked for the company”.

“But the two businesses shared a common vision and many values,” he added.

“This step in Arag’s journey marks a very positive start to a new era for everyone involved.”

Following the completion of the deal, Arag also updated its logo and visual identity to reflect its expanded presence in the UK.

Buss added: “Personally, I’ve been very impressed by the professionalism with which all of our staff have worked to make this transition as seamless as possible.

“It fills me with great confidence for Arag’s future and our continuing mission to extend access to justice as widely as possible.”