Market

carinsurance

News

Car insurance premiums rise for first time in two years

2026-06-24T10:00:00+01:00By

‘Prices have been increasing now for a few months, and drivers could soon start to see this when they shop around or renew,’ says chief executive

David Haynes 3-CEO ARAG UK-4x6

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Arag joins ABI membership to represent legal expenses market

2026-06-24T09:00:00+01:00By

’As a company protecting millions of families and hundreds of thousands of businesses from everyday legal risks, Arag brings both purpose and expertise to our community,’ says head of general insurance

Ajay Mistry - Gambit Partners (2)

News Analysis

Briefing: Young insurance talent needs access – not just advice

2026-06-24T08:00:00+01:00By

Although technical skills help people to perform, networks, visibility and confidence help young talent to progress further in their careers

cyber security (3)

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Annual cyber notifications fall across Europe – Marsh

2026-06-24T06:00:00+01:00By

‘While cyber claim notifications fell across Europe in 2025, the severity of incidents remains a significant concern,’ says cyber incident manager

planetravel

News

Middle East conflict not affecting travel insurance prices

2026-06-23T10:12:00+01:00By

‘What is striking in our data is that the market has not seen a sudden price reaction to the crisis in the Middle East,’ says product manager

school uniform

News

The Insurance Charity launches new schools essentials grant programme

2026-06-22T13:00:00+01:00By

’Through the school essentials programme, we’re providing targeted support that can make a meaningful difference,’ says chief executive

treasury

News

IPT receipts crossed £2bn in May despite sluggish start to year

2026-06-22T12:00:00+01:00By

‘IPT receipts have begun the new financial year at a slightly more measured pace compared with the very strong levels seen throughout 2025,’ says head

marriedcouple

News

Married couples facing highest home cover costs

2026-06-22T09:00:00+01:00By

‘As couples and families may often live in larger properties and own more possessions, this can sometimes contribute to higher premiums,’ says expert

highfive (12)

News

High Five: Catch up on the biggest stories this week

2026-06-19T14:00:00+01:00By Insurance Times

Insurance Times rounds up the top five stories making headlines across the market from 15 to 19 June 2026

Penny Seach

News

Airmic 2026: Risk managers must get comfortable operating in the gaps between traditional risk categories as modern risks ‘refuse to stay in their lane’

2026-06-19T12:00:00+01:00By

Successful risk managers of the future will ‘understand connections, navigate uncertainty that doesn’t fit neatly into a risk register, see around corners and imagine futures that haven’t ever happened before’, says insurer chief underwriting officer

Protection Gaps Panel

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Airmic 2026: Tripartite communication central to tackling protection gaps

2026-06-19T11:00:00+01:00By

Trade associations publish joint report with short, medium and long-term action points on how to mitigate protection gaps, including a product design pivot to focus on outcomes rather than strict lines of business

growth

News Analysis

In Focus: How can MGAs sustain growth over the next five years?

2026-06-19T07:00:00+01:00By

MGAs have cemented their place at the heart of insurance distribution, driven by specialist expertise, agility and strong broker relationships. But as the sector continues to grow, can it maintain the qualities that fuelled its success while avoiding the pitfalls of rapid expansion – and what will it take to ...

youngdriver (2)

News

Cover costs fall for young drivers but monthly mark-ups still biting

2026-06-18T11:00:00+01:00By

‘There are always savings to be had when taking out car insurance, and sometimes it’s the basics that offer the most potential,’ says chief executive

financestress

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Consumers being ‘ripped off’ over car insurance ‘poverty premium’ charges – Which?

2026-06-16T06:00:00+01:00By

‘Those who can least afford it are still paying significantly more simply because they cannot pay upfront,’ says director

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News

MS Amlin appoints two to executive leadership team

2026-06-15T12:00:00+01:00By

‘They are both highly accomplished leaders in their fields, whose experience will provide great support and leadership to our business,’ says chief executive

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News

Claims Excellence Awards 2026 in pictures

2026-06-15T09:00:00+01:00By Insurance Times

The photos are in for last night’s Insurance Times Claims Excellence Awards 2026 – can you spot yourself?

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News

High Five: Catch up on the biggest stories this week

2026-06-12T14:00:00+01:00By Insurance Times

Insurance Times rounds up the top five stories making headlines across the market from 8 to 12 June 2026

Football

News

Zurich gives licensed trade customers open goal during World Cup

2026-06-12T13:00:00+01:00By

’Major events like the World Cup are a fantastic opportunity for licensed trade businesses to drive footfall,’ says head

Leadership

News Analysis

Opinion: Coaching versus leadership – How you listen can steer your business

2026-06-10T08:00:00+01:00By

Canadian broker leader Traci Boland inspired Biba Conference delegates with her views on meaningful leadership, emphasising that ‘the act of listening’ is the most important trait to bring to work

flood

News

Flood Re launches learning module to support claims initiative

2026-06-03T13:00:00+01:00By

‘With flood risk increasing the need to ensure there is an army of skilled and informed PFR practitioners at the ready has never been more urgent,’ says director