Claimant lawyers have submitted their final arguments in the pleural plaques test case being heard at the High Court.

Last week saw the final presentation from lawyers representing insurers.

No date has been set for Mr Justice Turner to hand down a judgment.

British Ship Builders, Iron Trades, Norwich Union and Zurich are the insurers named in the ten test cases relating to the lung disorder.

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.