In between lengthy discussions of regulation, consolidation and more regulation at Biba House, Backchat’s otherwise unflinching attention was diverted by a cunningly placed cuddly rodent.

Biba, in fact, is bristling with beavers. Attempts to steal the toys – playfully emblazoned with words like “nice” and “kinky” – were uncerem-oniously thwarted.

It is not the first time Biba has courted the saucy spotlight. Several years ago technical services chief Peter Staddon rose to Backchat fame for his alleged involvement with a mystery cartoon blonde.

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.