News has reached Backchat that the, er, much-anticipated return of comedian Frank Carson to our screens has been ruled out due to problems obtaining affordable insurance.

Carson was set to appear as a contestant in ITV's I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here!, but apparently insurers were reluctant to cover the Irishman due to the fact he has a pacemaker.

After deciding that it would be too risky sending the 77-year-old into the jungle, producers of the show opted for the slightly more sprightly ex-DJ Mike Reid.

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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