Staff and clients of brokers Smart and Cook were recovering from saddle soreness this week after staging a 68-mile sponsored charity cycle, raising more than £4,000.

The 20-strong team pedalled up hill and down Yorkshire dale, from the company home, Harrogate in Scarborough.

The money will soon be handed to the Motor Neurone Disease Association.

The cyclethon was inspired by Harrogate businessman John Dodds' recent 600km coast-to-coast cycle across Mexico.

Group managing director, Paul Meehan, said: "We are delighted by the support of local businesses. Raising money made those of us who are saddle sore appreciate the effort."


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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