Axa and CGNU staff are unlikely to bat an eyelid when their boss turns up for work dressed in his pyjamas or a shell suit on July 7.

Unconventional dress will not be out of place at these top insurers on that date as staff take part in National Wrong Trousers Day.

Inspired by the frolics of the famous oscar-winning animation characters Wallace and Gromit, in their film The Wrong Trousers, the alternative trouser wear day is being organised to raise money for children's charities.

Also taking part in the event is former Monty Python star, comedian Michael Palin and champion boxer Prince Nazeem Hamed – who will no doubt be wearing the wrong shorts.

Full details on the event are available from telephone number: 0800 169 4928 or on the internet at the website www.wrongtrousersday.bt.co.uk.


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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