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The government has asked for evidence on whether non-compete clauses in employment contracts unfairly hinder people moving between jobs and stops them starting their own businesses.

The Department for Business, Innovation & Skills has opened up a consultation period for evidence to see whether restrictive covenants in employment contracts stifles entrepreneurship and innovation by preventing people from moving between employers, developing innovative ideas, or starting or growing their own businesses.

There have been several recent high profile court cases where companies have sought to stop ex-employees from joining competitors, poaching employees or from using commercial intelligence gained in their former job.

Interested parties have until 19 July to submit evidence to the inquiry.

 

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.