Backchat learns that the number-crunchers at Allianz Cornhill may have come up with a new rating factor for motor business.
The insurer tells us that tigers and sheep are heading the field in terms of high risk drivers, while rats, oxen and pigs are the safest.
The animals of course refer to Chinese zodiac signs rather than the farmyard variety behind the wheel.
So will Allianz take this up as a rating tool?
Personal lines underwriter Andrew Weir said: "I have always been sceptical about star signs but this has been an interesting exercise that has thrown up some surprising results."
Please Andrew, just say no.
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.
