Irish general insurance companies made a greater loss in 2000 than in 1999, the country's Insurance Annual Report has revealed.

In 1999, the loss was IR£201m, compared to IR£357m in 2000.

The gross premium income in 2000 was IR£3.52bn. General companies made 25% of the total IR£13.95bn gross written premium, with 75% going to life insurers.

The IR£13.95bn total was a 32% increase on the figures for 1999.

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.

Topics