Oval has appointed Simon Shaw, formerly of Provident Financial, as group finance director.

Shaw will sit on the company's main board and the new joint insurance broking and financial services operating board.

He said: “It's an exciting time to be joining Oval. The business has grand plans and a very enthusiastic team, and I'm looking forward to being kept busy as new businesses come on board and the group continues to expand.”

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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