Many travel companies still force holidaymakers to take out tie-in insurance cover as part of discounted holiday packages, according to a BDML Connect survey of 250 policyholders, despite the practice being banned in October 1998.
Of those questioned, 55% had been forced to buy into tie-ins, irrespective of price, or risk losing out on the discounted holiday deal. The majority, 79%, said they considered price to be more important than convenience.
Sandy Dunn, managing director of BDML Connect, said many travel companies flout the law by asking to see written proof of alternative insurance within an unreasonable time period. He said: “Many also offer so-called ‘free' insurance deals which do not provide adequate cover.”
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.
