Irwell Insurance, which specialises in liability and legal expenses cover, has opened a new office in London and announced gross written premium of more than £50m, up by 30% on an annualised basis. The new office adds to its existing headquarters in Manchester.

The firm says the growth stems from its strong coverholder partnerships and its new product portfolio including professional indemnity, landlord and personal home emergency and family legal protection.

Giles Reading, CEO of Irwell, said: “Exceeding £50m in GWP for the first time marks another major milestone in Irwell’s growth journey. This record result is a testament to our talented team, strong client relationships and the quality and flexibility of our products, achieved without compromising our underwriting discipline.

“Opening a London office was the obvious next step to support our ambitious growth plans. Having a presence in the City on Blackfriars Road places us closer to some of our key partners. We are confident that having offices in both Manchester and London will open new opportunities to help the business increase market share and support our growth plans.”