Direct Line launches in Italy today. The red phone logo and the same name - in English - will spearhead an attempt to revolutionise Italy's direct insurance market, the company said. The direct insurer will start by selling just motor cover. It hopes to have 500,000 policyholders in Italy within five years. Direct Line's only other current operation in Europe is in Spain where it launched in 1995. It aims to launch in Germany towards the end of next month.
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.
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.
