1Answer Network managing director Paul Muir has increased his stake in the company by buying another 38.57% of the total shares.

Muir has bought the stake of Optimas Insurance Group, an investor in the network since its launch in 2006.

Muir said: “The opportunity came up to make an offer to Optimas for its holding in the company. It made sense to take that opportunity to obtain that greater control on the direction and development of the business and to further underline my commitment to the business for the years ahead."

The network now has 61 members.



The 2025 Insurance Times Awards took place on the evening of Wednesday 3rd December in the iconic Great Room of London’s Grosvenor House.

Hosted by comedian and actor Tom Allen, 34 Gold, 23 Silver and 22 Bronze awards were handed out across an amazing 34 categories recognising brilliance and innovation right across the breadth of UK general insurance.
Many congratulations to all the worthy winners and as always, huge thanks to our sponsors for their support and our judges for their expertise.

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