Insurance Times rounds up the biggest stories from this week

This week begun with contributor Tim Evershed delving into what 2024’s mega-round of elections would mean for the world and the impact this would have on the insurance sector: 

Then, junior reporter Chantal Kapani provided this month’s Big Debate feature on how brokers can showcase their value to insurers via specialist schemes

After that, technology editor Clare Ruel took a deep dive into the recently released voluntary code of conduct for artificial intelligence to examine the idea of principle-based regulation: 

Later in the week, Kapani also investigated the challenges dating apps face when seeking insurance cover and the specific risks that these businesses face: 

Topping off the week, deputy editor Yiannis Kotoulas spoke to broker Lockton’s new UK head of P&C retail to find out about the firm’s growth plans: 

 

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.