Employers need to ensure that cars driven on company business are properly serviced, according to the Fleet Safety Association (FSA).
FSA spokesman Steve Johnson advised that the ownership of the car is irrelevant when it comes to safety standards.
He said: “As far as we are concerned, the regulations make it quite clear that employers certainly do have an obligation to ensure that vehicles driven for business reasons, irrespective of how they are funded, are fit for purpose and entirely legal and responsibility cannot just be passed off onto the individual employee”.
The FSA's stance was echoed by Minister for Transport, Stephen Ladyman: “If a vehicle is used on business, then the company is responsible for it. That's it.”
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.
