The Irish government is expected to decide in September on the Small Firms' Association's (SFA) request for an action group for members left in financial ruin after Independent Insurance's collapse.

SFA director Patrick Delaney said the association had sent the government all the information it requested, but did not expect an answer until next month.

“In August, the wheels of the state go slower than at any other time and the picture won't become clear until the beginning of September,” he said.

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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