Meanwhile, the bones of the carcass continue to be picked over. Brokers are to meet with Pool Re to see if, in the wake of the Ealing Broadway bomb, they can claim a stake to Independent's terrorism reinsurance (page 3).

Most of the bones are proving unpalatable. Norwich Union has taken £13m to £15m of Independent's business.

This will rise to £20m in the long term – a tiny amount. It's no wonder that the motorcycle book has only just found a buyer after weeks of negotiation (page 3).

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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