Insurers are facing huge increases to the cost of repair on flooded and fire-damaged properties under legislation designed to limit asbestos deaths.
A new duty of care to be introduced by the government this week could mean that damage repair agents will have to treat a building as contaminated by asbestos unless presented with a 'type three' survey.
Hazardous Materials Response consultant Jeff Charlton said: "The number of buildings in the UK that have this kind of survey is minuscule. Thousands of buildings damaged by fire or flood will have to be treated as if they are contaminated with asbestos."
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.
