NFU Mutual has agreed a strategic partnership with Synectics, which manages a UK syndicated risk intelligence network. The data this network provides will enhance NFU’s ability to identify genuine customers and flag those that are potentially fraudulent. The carrier will initially use the data across its home and motor businesses.

Charlotte Brown, underwriting fraud manager at NFU Mutual, said: “As a large mutual insurer, we judge success on our ability to protect and support our members while delivering the excellent service they expect from NFU Mutual. This new partnership with Synectics will help us to do just that.”

Rich Daley, business development manager at Synectics, added: “We offer strength by community – enabling our users to say ‘yes’ to more good customers, and to confidently protect those customers from the impact of fraud and financial crime.”