Backchat is glad to see gallows humour is alive and well among his industry pals in the light of the Independent collapse.

One wag suggested the sort of team the insurer might expect to field for a cricket match: “A bare 11 – I mean, they don't have any reserves, do they?”

Any more on this theme are warmly welcomed.

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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