AN EDEN-based insurance brokers which helped victims of Storm Desmond has won a prestigious national award.

J N & E Capstick Insurance Consultants, whose main office in Kirkby Stephen was affected by the storm, has been named Broker Claims Team of the Year at the Commercial Insurance Awards 2017.

The company won the award for the extraordinary level of service they provide to their clients and impressed the judges with how they promptly dealt with the vast number of claims in the aftermath of the 2015 storm.

The prestigious award was presented by comedian Holly Walsh at a black tie Gala Dinner held at the Millenium Hotel in London.

David Capstick, partner of J N & E Capstick Insurance Consultants, said “We were delighted to be shortlisted for the award alongside large national and international companies and are absolutely thrilled to have won. It has been a tough year for many of our clients and we are proud to have been able to offer the high level of support and personal service we are known for. We couldn’t have done this without the dedication and commitment of our staff, so a big thank you to them."

J N & E Capstick Insurance Consultants is a family owned insurance consultancy with over 40 years’ experience in the industry.

They offer a wide range of services for businesses from commercial, farm and personal and also provide independent financial advice. They serve clients across the north of England and Scotland.