Author: Jessica Lee

1. Competition is open to entrants who are resident in Northern Ireland & Republic of Ireland except employees or former employees of Motorists Insurance Services Ltd / MIS Group.
2. There is no entry fee and no purchase necessary.
3. The prize will be for 2 tickets to Ireland Rugby Men’s match against Australia on Saturday 15th November plus an overnight stay at The Davenport Hotel for the same night (Sat 15th November) This prize is non-refundable and non-transferrable. Any additional extras, upgrades or costs purchased or accrued on the evening are at the winner’s own cost and MIS Group will not be responsible for these.
4. By entering this competition, the entrant is agreeing to be bound by its terms & conditions.
5. Closing date for entry will be as stated.  After this date, no further entries will be accepted.  
6. The Company reserves the right to cancel or amend the competition and these terms and conditions without notice in the event of a catastrophe, war, civil or military disturbance, act of God or any actual or anticipated breach of any applicable law or regulation or any other event outside of the Company’s control. Any changes to the competition will be notified to entrants as soon as possible.
7. The winner will be chosen at random.
8. The winner will be notified by the social media platform through which entry was made or via e-mail if entry was via the website.  If the prize is not claimed within 24 hours, the Company will withdraw the prize and draw a new winner.
9. The Company’s decision in respect of all matters to do with the competition is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
10. The winner agrees to the use of his/her name and image in any publicity material.  Any personal data will be used solely in accordance with current data protection legislation and will not be disclosed to any other party without the winner’s permission.
11. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Facebook, Instagram or Irish Rugby.

There’s nothing quite like the sight (and sound) of hundreds of beautifully kept classic cars under the summer sun – and that’s exactly what was present at this year’s Kilbroney Vintage Show!

On what can only be described as a ‘wonder day’, our team set up amongst the rows of polished chrome and nostalgia. We spent the day chatting with owners and visitors sharing how our breakdown cover is built to protect not just modern motors, but cherished classics too.  We know every classic has a story…That’s why we help make sure that that story never gets cut short by an unexpected breakdown. Our breakdown product has no age limit unlike some insurer’s products, so no matter how old the car is, MIS Breakdown can provide roadside assistance, home start and more from just £25 / €30!

If you couldn’t make it this year, don’t worry, we’ll see you at the next one! And remember, whether your car’s fresh from the showroom or a classic, MIS gives you confidence to enjoy the drive.

We are having a very busy summer here at MIS – both in & out of the office!

Within the office we’ve had a lot of fun (whilst working hard on all your claims too!). Our HR Manager, Colin, organised a Table Tennis competition on our new Table Tennis table which included multiple knockout rounds before the ultimate final – which Colin suspiciously won! We celebrated the final with a Wimbledon Championship themed day including non-alcoholic fizz and strawberries & cream of course! The award ceremony followed with staff gaining awards for most improved player, most competitive, runner up and more! Check out our videos of the games and award ceremony on Instagram & TikTok.

We also held a Quizzy-Oake night in our new kitchen and social space. Director Stuart McClean was quiz master and kept us thinking and guessing all night to his various questions! The last couple of rounds were karaoke rounds and we had a great wee sing-song and boogie! Followed by pizza from Apache Pizza and a few beverages, the whole team had a spectacular night!

The 18th of August will see the opening ceremony and commencement of our Summer Office Olympics which will consist of some simple but fun office games to play on lunchtimes. Let the games commence!

Stay tuned on our socials to see how we get on!

Following their 30^th anniversary in September 2023, MIS Group are delighted to announce they have expanded their senior management team as they look towards their next major milestone. Joanne Maguire, David Reid, Lindsay Lee and Jessica Crawford have been appointed as Associate Directors, joining an already established and strong senior management team of Managing Director, Jonathan Ogilby, and Directors, Debbie Lennon and Stuart McClean.

Like most businesses, MIS Group have faced challenges in the post-Brexit and Covid world with one of the biggest challenges being the sourcing and retention of skilled staff.

MIS are grateful to have retained a workforce of talented and dedicated staff and state that the four new appointees are reflective of the calibre of their workforce in general. The new Associate Directors have a diverse skill-base, range of experience and qualifications. Their hard work, dedication and determination over a number of years have made their appointment an obvious next step in the development of the Group.

The business ethos of MIS is to provide the highest quality service in the most efficient manner. The new Associate Directors will bring a fresh input to aid the continuation, adaptation, and expansion of this ethos as the business continues to grow.

MIS Group has seen their turnover increase by 39% in the last two years which they state could not have been achieved without the hard work and commitment of their existing team.

Managing Director, Jonathan Ogilby says ‘’I am delighted to welcome our new Associate Directors whose appointment will strengthen relationships with our current business partners and will assist us as we expand into new areas of business.‘’

MIS are delighted to have partnered with Willis Insurance and Risk Management to provide their Private, Commercial and Motor Fleet clients with the opportunity to purchase our Breakdown Recovery Assistance product. Pictured above are Stuart McClean, Director, MIS Group and Michael O’Kane, Commercial & Private Clients Project Manager, Willis Insurance & Risk Management.

Part of WF Risk Group, Willis Insurance and Risk Management is an independent, family run business that has been providing their service for over 40 years. Their motor clients, who opt to buy the service, will now have 24/7 access to the MIS Breakdown Assistance 365 days a year meaning they will always have someone to answer their call at their time of need, further enhancing the insurance services that Willis provide.

Clients will be able to avail of local tow, home-start assistance, puncture assistance, fuel-shortage/mis fuel, mainland European Cash benefit and more* which will give them peace of mind when out and about on their travels.

We are very pleased to enter into this partnership with Willis which will see their clients being given the opportunity to avail of the Breakdown Service provided by MIS Group. It is great to be working with Willis who have a renowned name not only in the local Insurance market but beyond as well.This is yet another indication of the direction MIS Group continue to grow and evolve in, as we look to expand our business partners portfolio further in the coming months.

Stuart McClean, Director, MIS Group

Richard Willis, Managing Director of WF Risk Group added:

Willis Insurance & Risk Management are delighted to be partnering with MIS Group on their Breakdown Cover offering. MIS has been among the leading providers of breakdown cover for many years and this new partnership signifies the Group’s ongoing efforts to create beneficial added-value service options for our clients.

Having had relationships with other partners for over 20 years, we hope this is the start of a flourishing and lengthy relationship with Willis Insurance and Risk Management too and we look forward to working with them to provide the best possible service to their clients.

*Terms and conditions apply.

Willis Insurance & Risk Management is a trading name of Willis & Company Insurance Brokers Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority – 309124

MIS Group were privileged to sponsor the Ladies’ Open Stableford at Shandon Park Golf Club on 20th July 2021 during the club’s open week.

Whilst the temperatures were soaring, the golf balls were flying off the tees as 58 members of the club and 28 visitors took part in the Open competition.

One of our MIS Electric Vehicles delivered much needed bottled water and goodies to the players at the club to keep them well hydrated whilst they made their way round the course.

A massive congratulations to the prize winners, we look forward to seeing you at the prize-giving!

Since 2002, the Glentoran Community Initiative has catered for the under age team network at Glentoran, which was initially set up to give back to the community that has supported Glentoran for over 130 years. In 2008 the Glentoran Academy was founded in order to add a more professional approach to this groundwork.

With the tremendous success since 2008, The Academy have continued to grow and now cater for both girls and boys from as young as 3 years old with their mini soccer programme, right up to Under 18 including children of all ability levels. The Academy have also established the first dedicated Foreign Language Academy as well as a disability football programme for boys and girls.

”Glentoran FC as a locally recognised brand believe our academy has a very important role to play, not just in providing players to our 1st team squad and beyond, but with the on-going issues of social interaction, cross-community efforts, ethnic inclusion, and general fun & fitness for all children of all abilities.”

Glentoran Academy has played a massive role in the development of young football players in Northern Ireland with many young players progressing on to play for the 1st team as well as trialling with professional teams across the water. With the development of the Academy, it is clear to see that the progression of social and community aspects within the youth is greatly important to the Academy, not just the development of football skills. MIS Group are proud to continue to support this continuous development in all areas and look forward to seeing what the year ahead holds for the Academy.