The EU has passed the Equal Treatment (Gender) Directive, in its heavily amended form.

Member states have been given three years to decide how they intend to implement it.

There are fears that the directive could bring motor insurance premium rises for women.

ABI member Hugh Savill said:"The Directive that has emerged from the council of ministers is a substantial improvement on the Commission's original proposal, which would have ended the use of data about gender as a factor in insurance.

"This achievement would not have been possible without the disciplined advocacy of member companies alongside the
ABI, and the support of the UK Government."

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.