Backchat missed broker champion Andrew Paddick on the BBC's Watchdog programme but it doesn't matter. When Watchdog was up at the IIB's HQ for the interview, the reporter raised a question about the collapse of Drake that completely flummoxed Andy.

His response was to give his chum Backchat a call and put the Watchdog reporter on the line direct for the explanation. But Backchat doesn't like to hog the limelight so he didn't get a mention on TV.


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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