Independent intermediary Clear Group has expanded its footprint into Scotland through the acquisition of commercial insurance broker Cairn Corporate. Cairn is based in Kirkcaldy, Fife and was founded by Robert Young. It has an annual income of approximately £1m.

Since 2020, the eight-strong team at Cairn have operated under the leadership of managing director Andrew Watson and chairman Michael Quinn.

Watson said: “Joining Clear is a great outcome for our clients and our team. It ensures continuity, stability, and access to the scale and resources of a larger group while maintaining the personal service we are known for.”

Mike Edgeley, group CEO of Clear Group, added: “This is an exciting milestone for Clear as we expand into Scotland for the first time. Cairn Corporate is a highly respected business that we know well and we are confident our shared values and focus on client service will create a strong platform for growth.”

Edgeley said Clear had plans to make additional acquisitions in Scotland.