Newland Insurance and Class Staff Absence are delighted to announce the merger of their businesses, bringing together two family-led companies with a shared commitment to exceptional service and specialist insurance expertise.
The partnership unites the extensive commercial insurance experience of Newland Insurance with Class Staff Absence’s established reputation as a leading provider of staff absence insurance to schools and academies. Together, the businesses will offer clients an even broader range of insurance solutions, supported by enhanced market access and decades of combined industry knowledge.
The merger also marks the coming together of siblings Jonathan Breaks and Kirsty Shelton, who have each built successful businesses within the insurance sector. By combining their expertise and resources, they aim to create a stronger organisation while preserving the personal service and trusted relationships that have always been at the heart of both companies.
Jonathan Breaks said: “Bringing our businesses together is an exciting step for us both, professionally and personally. We share the same values and commitment to our clients, and this partnership allows us to build on the strengths of each business while creating new opportunities for growth.”
Kirsty Shelton added: “Although Newland Insurance and Class Staff Absence have developed independently over many years, they have always shared a common approach centred on expertise, integrity and customer service. We are excited about what the future holds and the enhanced offering we can now provide to our clients.”
Clients of both businesses will continue to receive the same high levels of support and specialist advice, while benefiting from a wider range of products and access to an expanded panel of insurers.
This merger represents an important milestone in the continued growth of both organisations and reinforces their shared vision of delivering outstanding insurance solutions to schools, businesses and individuals across the UK.