The cost of third-party motor claims could be cut by as much as 40% by contacting the third party within 24 hours of any accident, a claims management specialist has said.

Town & Country Assistance chief executive Theodore Agnew said acting quickly could also reduce the likelihood of a personal injury claim, as third party drivers were then less likely to bear a grudge.

"Persuading the third party to accept a competitively-priced replacement car can often save up to 20% on the cost of a credit hire company," Agnew said. Repairing the vehicle in an approved workshop with a fully costed estimate and a managed repair could save a further 20% on the insurance repair, he said.

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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