Women and equality minister Jacqui Smith said today the EU gender...

Women and equality minister Jacqui Smith said today the EU Gender Directive would end the threat of increased premiums for women drivers.

According to Smith, the directive would still allow UK insurance firms to use gender as a basis of risk if objective data could justify the difference.

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.