Britain should brace itself for summer heatwaves similar to that of 2003, warned scientists at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, prompting fears of more subsidence claims.

The scientists said that every second European summer was likely to be as warm, if not warmer than, the summer of 2003.

Nigel Barham, of loss adjuster Cunningham Lindsey, said: "This heightens the need to harness our current subsidence skills to actively manage existing property portfolios and new builds."

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.