George McDade
George is a data reporter at Insurance Times, uncovering interesting industry trends and reporting on the technological advancements that will shape the future of the sector.
He graduated in 2017 from the University of Manchester with a degree in Geology. He spent the first part of his career working in consulting and tech, spending time at Citibank as a data analyst, before working as an analytics engineer with clients in the retail, technology, manufacturing and financial services sectors.
Most recently, George worked as a data engineer at Immediate Media, where he was introduced to the world of journalism and the adjacent teams that support it.
Outside of work, George enjoys travelling, 35mm photography, countryside walks and playing golf to a very poor standard.
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- +44 (0)20 7832 2321
- Email:
- george.mcdade@insurancetimes.co.uk
NewsAverage price gap of £2,172 turns 83% of young drivers to telematics policies
‘The industry is training an entire generation to hate the technology it needs them to embrace,’ says chief executive
NewsGlobal non-life premium growth forecast to slow to 1.7% in 2026
The latest global economic and insurance outlook report in Swiss Re’s Sigma report series warns of ‘shifting sands’ in the market landscape
NewsInsurance Premium Tax on track for record year amid Budget rate hike speculation
‘With the Autumn Budget just days away, HMRC’s latest figures showing IPT receipts of £5.52bn expose a growing contradiction,’ says head
NewsInsurance market outlook ‘bright’ for 2026 – S&P Global Ratings
The UK property and casualty market may see a decline in combined operating ratio over the coming years, despite the broader insurance market outlook looking ‘bright’
NewsOne in four believe not disclosing information to an insurer is not fraud
‘As insurance is a contract of trust between the insurer and their customer, we need to do all we can to help customers understand the broader consequences of fraudulent activity,’ says director of underwriting
AnalysisHackers using stolen insurance documents to tailor ransomware demands
Cyber criminals are using stolen insurance documents to extort the maximum ransom from their victims, with one such group declaring, ‘we are very well informed and precise in our operations, so we know that Wootton have cyber insurance that reaches £500k’
NewsDigital MGA purchases family-run broker based in Bolton
‘This partnership combines our trusted specialist approach with Ripe’s innovative technology and digital capabilities,’ says founder
NewsIQUW expands London reinsurance team with senior underwriting appointment
‘I’m delighted to be joining IQUW at such an exciting stage in its growth,’ says new appointee
NewsVolunteer-led Community Speedwatch initiative seeks to improve insurer engagement
The road safety campaign will focus on ’establishing data-driven insights, behavioural analysis and insurer collaboration’
NewsMcGill and Partners expands auto-follow facility capacity to 25%
‘The increase in capacity is a direct response to the appetite of our carriers and clients,’ says head of digital solutions
NewsABI data shows annual fraudulent claims remain above £1bn
‘With insurers continuing to detect over £1bn worth bogus claims, the fight must continue,’ says head of fraud
NewsCovéa partners with Premium Credit for new financing route
‘This partnership allows us to strengthen our service, ensure regulatory alignment and continue supporting our customers,’ says personal lines director
NewsEchoes of 2008 market cycle peak as specialty market profitability falls
‘As 2026 dawns, the Lloyd’s and London market faces a reality check,’ says partner
NewsEssex town near Romford tops uninsured driver hotspot list
‘Whilst drivers who purposely flout the law will continue to be tackled by police, MIB is committed to reducing uninsured driving,’ says report author
NewsAviva Q3 trading update predicts 2026 targets to be hit one year early
‘We continue to make excellent progress and now expect to achieve our financial targets in 2025, one year early,’ says group chief executive
NewsMotor premiums fall for third quarter amid continued claims pressures
‘Three straight quarters of falling motor premiums will be welcome news for drivers and the industry alike,’ says director
News AnalysisPrices plummet as diesel vehicles ‘biding their time before the scrap heap calls’ – Percayso Inform
The resale price of electric cars has rebounded from a record low in April 2025, while diesel vehicles continue to haemorrhage value, according to the latest used vehicle market data from Percayso Inform, released in partnership with Insurance Times
NewsInsurers paid out nearly £200m in cyber claims in 2024
‘The sharp rise in cyber insurance claims highlights how pervasive and sophisticated cyber attacks have become – and this trend is only set to accelerate,’ says head of cyber security
IT InterviewQ&A: Gareth Haagman on winning the Young Achiever in Technology and Innovation Award 2025
Insurance Times speaks to the winner of 2025’s Young Achiever in Technology and Innovation Award, Gareth Haagman, to find out more about his career so far, his impressive award win and his plans for the future
NewsAon launches AI-assisted claims co-pilot service
‘Expert advocacy combined with AI-driven analytics gives our clients superior visibility and control,’ says chief claims officer
