Survey finds many UK holidaymakers don’t buy travel insurance
One in five UK holidaymakers are going abroad without buying travel insurance, according to travel trade body Abta.
A survey found that more than of 25% of travellers mistakenly believes the UK Government will cover their bills if something goes wrong.
The poll of 2,018 consumers also found that only 44% bought travel insurance for trips in the UK.
Abta’s financial protection chief, John de Vial, said: “It is very worrying that so many people are putting their health and finances at risk by travelling abroad without insurance.”
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.
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