Employees are shunning political correctness by giggling at racist and sexist jokes and swearing or engaging in sexual banter, according to an investigation led by specialist insurer, Hiscox.
The worst offenders are 25-34 year-olds with over three quarters (78%) swearing in the workplace and 71% thinking up nicknames for their colleagues. Northerners (73%) and Scots (72%) are the most likely to swear at work and the Scots use sexual innuendo and banter the most (47%) compared to the rest of Great Britain. People from the north of England are more affectionate and use terms of endearment for their colleagues (55%).
Backchat has thankfully so far avoided getting that most affectionate of all Scottish welcomes – a Glasgow kiss.
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.
