Backchat's memory is long and detailed. He can recall Chubb's chief executive, Dean O'Hare, speaking at the Geneva Association three months ago. During his speech, O'Hare said he was looking for acquisitions within Europe.

And who should spout up with a question from the audience about suicidal rates to win business from rivals? Why, none other than Robert Hiscox, whose eponymous high net worth business Chubb is now trying to swallow.


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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