Next chairman John Barton assumes role
Brit has appointed Next chairman John Barton as its chairman.
Yesterday, Brit reported six per cent growth in its gross written premiums to £528.2m over the first four months of the year - in line, it said, with expectations.
Along with rival Amlin, the company has recently threatened to redomicile outside the UK due to concerns over the nation's oppressive tax regime.
Last week, Next reported poor first quarter performance after sales at both its high street stores and its catalogue business fell. The company maintains that sales have picked up in the second quarter.
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.
