The FSA has made two senior appointments, with Kari Hale and Peter Soden joining the authority at Directors level.

Hale, currently a partner at Deloitte & Touche UK, has been appointed director, finance strategy and risk division, reporting to FSA chief executive John Tiner.

Hale will have responsibility for financial management, strategic planning, risk assessment and international co-ordination.

Current head of premises, Soden, has been promoted to director, FSA services division, announced the FSA.

Soden will be responsible for the FSA's working environment including premises management, internal and external security and staff services, including payroll and some aspects of HR. Soden will report directly to the regulatory services managing director.

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.