The “Hot Topic” debate at the CII conference tackled some thorny issues: the New York disaster, new rules for whistleblowers and speechwriting.
As well as providing an insight into how AXA is viewing the big issues, chief executive Andy Homer aired his views on a previous speaker's choice of speechwriter.
Commenting on Groupama Insurances chairman and chief executive Tony Lancaster's 30-minute speech, Homer asked if he was employing Fidel Castro's speechwriter.
For those too young to have heard Castro in his prime, the Cuban dictator was renowned for the length of his speeches – often lasting well over an hour.
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.
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.
