Backchat is delighted to welcome back Neil Utley to the wacky world of insurance. It seems the Harley Davidson riding Utley has added yet another classic vehicle to his collection. He has purchased an old Routemaster London bus for posterity as London Transport has decided to phase them out.

When asked why he bought it, Utley said: "It was the only way I could transport all my lawyers and advisers around during the Cox buy-out."

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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