Norwich Union IT director Alex Robinson has taken a three-month sabbatical from the company. His deputy, Simon Guest, assumes Robinson's responsibilities.

NU sales and marketing director Bridget McIntyre completed a six-month sabbatical earlier this year. An NU spokesman said that the company thought sabbaticals were a good way of developing the skills of managers who are asked to stand in.

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.