Travel insurer Club Direct has confirmed that holidaymakers hit by falling coconuts will be guaranteed full cover under their travel insurance policy.
The news follows reports from Queensland, Australia that coconut trees are being uprooted by local councils fearful of being sued for damages by people injured by coconuts.
"Coconuts kill around 150 people worldwide each year, which makes them about ten times more dangerous than sharks," says Brent Escott, managing director of Club Direct.
"People may worry about being bitten by sharks when visiting
Australia, but I would suggest that we would be better advised not to sit under coconut trees."
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.
