More than half of the 100,000 gap year students travelling outside Europe, Australasia and North America lack adequate insurance and vaccinations, according to a survey from the Gap Year Company.
For the royalists among us, there will be much nail-biting as Buckingham Palace would not be drawn on whether the student Prince William has comprehensive cover on his current travels.
Asked whether our future king was protected from dangerous diseases and robbery by South American bandits, a palace spokeswoman said: "It is a personal matter and we will not comment."
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.
