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Hiscox appoints regional managers for Manchester and Scotland & Ireland

London , UK (17 May, 2010) – Hiscox today announces the appointment of Bill Guiney to Regional Manager, Manchester and Hannah Hosking to Regional Manager, Scotland and Ireland.

Bill Guiney brings over 20 year's experience to Hiscox and has established key broker relationships within the Manchester region during this time. In his previous roles at Eagle Star and Zurich, he managed a team of underwriters and their regional network of national brokers.

Hannah Hosking brings eight year's experience to her new role as Regional Manager, Scotland and Ireland. She began her career in broking at Aon and most recently managed a team of over 100 staff at Axa. Hannah brings a wealth of knowledge of the Scottish market which will be instrumental in driving the Hiscox business forward in the region.

Both Bill and Hannah report to Ross Dingwall, Sales Director, Hiscox UK & Ireland, and will be responsible for leading their teams to build and maintain Hiscox's strong broker relationships and reinforce the brand and reputation in their areas.

Commenting on the appointments, Ross Dingwall, Sales Director, Hiscox UK & Ireland said: "The appointment of Bill Guiney and Hannah Hosking strengthens the existing UK regional management team. Their combined wealth of experience and local knowledge will enhance our ability to deliver growth for Hiscox and its partners. These locations are strategically important to Hiscox and both Bill and Hannah are looking forward to working with our broker partners to build on the success we have enjoyed to date."

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For further information please contact:

Hiscox Ltd

Adeola Ajayi +44 (0)20 7448 6494 adeola.ajayi@hiscox.com
Abi Clark +44 (0)20 7448 6470 abi.clark@hiscox.com

About Hiscox
Hiscox, the international specialist insurer, is headquartered in Bermuda and listed on the London Stock Exchange (LSE:HSX). There are three main underwriting parts of the Group - Hiscox London Market, Hiscox UK and Europe and Hiscox International. Hiscox London Market underwrites internationally traded business in the London Market - generally large or complex business which needs to be shared with other insurers or needs the international licences of Lloyd's. Hiscox UK and Hiscox Europe offer a range of specialist insurance for professionals and business customers, as well as high net worth individuals. Hiscox International includes operations in Bermuda, Guernsey and USA. Hiscox Insurance Company Limited, Hiscox Underwriting Limited, Hiscox Europe Underwriting Limited and Hiscox Syndicates Limited are authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority.

For further information, visit www.hiscox.com.