Insurance Times rounds up the biggest stories from this week

Starting off the week, junior reporter Chantal Kapani asked experts about the progress of Blueprint Two and whether the digital transformation programme will be effective.

Then, Matt Scott discussed whether premium finance products are fighting underinsurance or providing ‘pain’ for ‘customers who are the least financially resilient’?

Following this, technology editor Clare Ruel discussed how AI is impacting career routes and talent in claims.

And then, editor Katie Scott spoke to Richard Coleman about Ecclesiastical’s charitable focus.

Rounding off the week, Matt Scott discussed how insurance is combating climate change risks.

 

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.