Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Insurance Broker in Bradford
Founded in 1919, we are one of the UK's leading independent insurance broking and risk management companies. As a fourth-generation family firm owned by our management and staff, we combine over a century of experience with a personal broking service tailored to client needs. Our team of more than 200 professionals operates across 15 UK offices, including Bradford, Edinburgh, Glasgow, London, and Shetland, ensuring local expertise with national reach. We specialise in balancing comprehensive coverage with cost-effectiveness, serving commercial and high-net-worth clients through services like trade credit insurance, cyber insurance, and independent financial advice.Our commitment to client relationships is evidenced by multi-generational partnerships with businesses and a dedicated claims team that advocates for clients even in complex, long-term disputes. The TL Dallas Charitable Trust has donated over 130,000 to regional and national causes, reflecting our community-focused values.
Services
Commercial insurance
Personal insurance
Trade credit insurance
Cyber insurance
Claim consultancy
Risk management
Farming insurance
Education insurance
Independent financial services
Demolition contractor insurance
Details
- Year established: 1919
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of insurance broking expertise since 1919.
- Our team provides bespoke insurance solutions tailored to specific client needs.
- We operate 15 UK offices ensuring local market knowledge and accessibility.
- Our family-owned structure prioritises long-term client relationships over short-term gains.
- We have a dedicated claims team with proven success in complex claim resolutions.
What people say
Outstanding service
Deep industry knowledge
Efficient claims resolution
Bespoke insurance solutions
Local expertise
Services
Commercial insurance
We provide tailored commercial insurance solutions protecting businesses against risks including property damage, liability claims, and business interruption. Our brokers assess industry-specific vulnerabilities to ensure comprehensive coverage for SMEs and large enterprises. Clients benefit from our 100-year reputation negotiating competitive premiums with leading insurers.
Trade credit insurance
This service safeguards businesses against non-payment risks from insolvent clients or delayed receivables. We offer policies covering domestic and international trade, with expert support for claim appeals and cash flow management. Our decade-long partnership with ACS Technology Group demonstrates our capability in complex credit risk scenarios.
Cyber insurance
Our cyber insurance protects against data breaches, ransomware attacks, and network disruptions. Policies include incident response planning and legal compliance support. The service addresses evolving digital threats through partnerships with specialist underwriters and risk assessment experts.
Claim consultancy
We provide dedicated claims management support, negotiating with insurers to ensure fair and timely settlements. Our team specialises in complex cases, including a recent 18-month business interruption claim resolved through persistent advocacy. Clients receive transparent guidance throughout the claims process.
Risk management
Our consultants identify operational, financial, and regulatory risks through comprehensive audits. We develop mitigation strategies tailored to sectors including agriculture, education, and demolition contracting. Services include health and safety compliance and emerging risk assessments like climate change impacts.
People
Polly Staveley
Managing Director
As fourth-generation family leadership, Polly Staveley oversees strategic direction with 25+ years industry experience. She champions client-centric values while expanding digital capabilities to enhance service delivery.
Mackenzie Dallas
Group Director
A great-grandson of founder Thomas Lessels Dallas, Mackenzie brings 30 years' expertise in commercial risk solutions. He leads corporate development while maintaining hands-on client relationships from our Bradford headquarters.
Caroline Pullich
Group Head of Private Clients
Caroline specialises in high-net-worth insurance and wealth protection, with a focus on bespoke coverage for complex assets. Her appointment strengthens our private client division's expertise in luxury property and collectables insurance.
Questions
What types of insurance does TL Dallas offer?
We provide commercial insurance, personal insurance, trade credit insurance, cyber insurance, farming insurance, and specialist covers like demolition contractor policies.
How do I make an insurance claim?
Contact our Bradford claims team on 01274 465500 (9am-5pm) or use our emergency line 0345 603 8381 outside hours for urgent cases.
Do you offer insurance for high-net-worth individuals?
Yes, our private client team provides tailored coverage for luxury properties, collectables, and complex personal assets.
Are your insurance brokers local to my area?
We operate 15 UK offices from Belfast to Shetland, ensuring local market knowledge while maintaining national coverage through our UNA Alliance partnership.
How does TL Dallas handle complex insurance claims?
Our dedicated claims team advocates for clients in prolonged disputes, as demonstrated by a recent 18-month business interruption claim resolved successfully.
Can you help with specialist industry insurance?
Yes, we offer niche covers including demolition contractor insurance, education insurance, and cyber risk policies tailored to specific sectors.
