More than £20 million worth of damage was caused to the tourist heart of central London on Monday when fire swept through buildings in Covent Garden, leaving a huge bill for insurers.
"The fire appears to have begun on the third floor of a film production studio and has completely destroyed the top of the premises," said McLarens Toplis director Peter Chart. "This part of Covent Garden is located within a conservation area so all renovations must retain the existing character," he added.
McLarens estimates that it will be a full year before the structure, on Earlham Street, is reinstated. McLarens Toplis is handling the large building and rent loss claims. Other insurers are dealing with individual tenants' claims.
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.
