Towergate Underwriting Group has appointed David Torrance, Axa's former finance director of general insurance operations in the UK, as its new finance director.

Torrance's experience includes working for PPP Healthcare for 11 years where he ended up as deputy chief executive and chief financial officer. He also has extensive experience working for KPMG and the oil industry.

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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