Alain Robert led away by police

“Spiderman” climbed up the Lloyd’s building in Lime Street at midday today.

Alain Robert, famous for scaling skyscrapers, unfurled a banner protesting at climate change before climbing down.

He was led away police.

A spokesman for Lloyd’s said: “It all happened very quickly. There was no disruption.”

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.