The Government and Britain's leading banks are funding a new telephone helpline for small businesses facing problems with debt.

Struggling insurance groups can receive counselling and a self-help pack.

The helpline, a three-year initiative will be launched this July, receiving £180,000 funding annually for three years. The Government will invest £80,000 per year, with the banks jointly investing £100,000 annually.

The seven banks involved are: Barclays, HSBC, NatWest, Lloyds TSB, Bank of Scotland, Royal Bank of Scotland and the Co-operative Bank.


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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