Scurrilous rumours are flooding back into the market as the end of the summer silly season comes to a close.
Yet with so little to talk about because so many have been on holiday the market gossip-mongers have resorted to the sublimely ridiculous.
This week's target: Chris Blackham of Layton Blackham fame. First there was a rumour that the broker was to be bought within eight months, possibly by AXA. Second, was that Blackham himself was making the most of his corporate jollies in preparation for retirement.
Blackham graciously laughed off the whispers, telling Backchat: "I am having a great time, the market is quite fun. Why would I retire?"
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.
