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A Broker-Voted Achievement We’re Proud Of: 5-Star Rated Once Again
We are incredibly proud to share that we have once again achieved 5-Star status in the Insurance Times Broker Survey, alongside being ranked Number One for Personal Lines for the eighth consecutive year. This year also saw us awarded 5 Stars for Commercial Lines, marking another important milestone for our business.
Covea Insurance
Feb 52 min read


Gold bullion: why more clients are choosing it over equities – and what brokers need to consider
In periods of market volatility, client behaviour can shift quickly. Over the last 12–18 months we’ve seen a noticeable uptick in enquiries relating to physical gold holdings – from small private investors buying a few sovereigns through to significant values in the form of bullion bars.
Covea Insurance
Feb 183 min read


When It Matters Most: Delivering a Truly Personal Claims Experience
When It Matters Most: Delivering a Truly Personal Claims Experience When something goes wrong, it’s rarely just about the loss itself. It’s about disruption, stress, and uncertainty. That’s why great claims service isn’t simply about settling a claim, it’s about delivering reassurance, clarity and confidence when customers need it most. A recent everyday claim perfectly illustrates what this looks like in practice. A Simple Claim — A Powerful Impact A customer contacted us af
Covea Insurance
Feb 171 min read


National Apprenticeship Week: Confidence, Opportunity and Real Community Impact
National Apprenticeship Week: Confidence, Opportunity and Real Community Impact National Apprenticeship Week celebrates those who learn while they work and the organisations that invest in their potential. Apprenticeships don’t just build skills; they build confidence, unlock ambition and strengthen communities, and at Covéa Insurance, apprenticeships are central to our commitment to social mobility. Through our Levy Transfer partnerships and a £250,000 donation to the Mayor
Covea Insurance
Feb 122 min read


Covéa Insurance UK announces CEO appointment 11 February, 2026
Philippe Domart has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, subject to regulatory approval, and will succeed Georges De Macedo on 1st of April 2026.
Covea Insurance
Feb 111 min read


National Apprenticeship Week
The Story We Keep Telling About Gen Z Written by: Vicki Leech There’s a lot said about Gen Z at the moment. Apparently they don’t want to work hard. They’re entitled. They expect too much too quickly. They’re difficult to manage. If I’m honest, that just hasn’t been my experience. What I’ve Actually Seen at Work Over the last few years, I’ve worked closely with several apprentices and early-career colleagues, and what I’ve seen is something very different. They work h
Vicki Leech
Feb 102 min read


Time to focus on what really matters – reflections on the BIBA 2026 Manifesto
Time to focus on what really matters - Reflections on the BIBA 2026 Manifesto My colleague Sue Coffey and I met with the BIBA senior team recently. Post that meeting I took the opportunity to reflect on the BIBA 2026 Manifesto, particularly as Graeme Trudgill thrust a very colourful copy of the Manifesto document into my hand! The intent behind the manifesto really stood out for me. It’s a demonstration of the vital importance of the role brokers play in the UK economy, ba
Keith Hector
Feb 102 min read


Understanding Storm Cover
When storms hit, customers need confidence that their claims will be handled quickly and fairly. We’ve always been committed to treating customers fairly, and we believe our process for storm claims reflects this. We use three independent weather tools to verify conditions, ensuring we consider all available data before making decisions. And, where possible, we provide customers with options for settlement because flexibility matters. We continue to consider a wide range of
Covea Insurance
Jan 152 min read


Celebrating Our Award Wins: What It Means for You
As 2025’s award season draws to a close, we’re thrilled to share some exciting news: Covéa Insurance has been recognised with several prestigious industry awards! These wins aren’t just trophies on a shelf, they reflect our commitment to making insurance fairer, clearer, and more inclusive for you and your customers. At the Insurance Post D&I Awards, we proudly took home: Inclusive General Insurance Product/Service of the Year The Progressive D&I Recruitment Award And we were
Covea Insurance
Dec 11, 20252 min read


Winter Risk Mitigation for Property Owners and All Premises-Based Clients
Slips, trips and falls remain one of the most common winter claims, and many can be avoided with the right steps in place.
Covea Insurance
Nov 21, 20253 min read


Motor Insurance at a Crossroads: Reflections from Our London Networking Event
I had the pleasure of hosting an insightful and thought-provoking event in London last week, exploring one of the most pressing questions for our industry: Is motor insurance at a crossroads? Joined by an exceptional panel of experts – Stephen Long our Claims & Operations Director, Doug Woodley Head of Insurance and Strategic Insight at Thatcham Research, and Fraser Lyall, Policy Advisor, General Insurance, at the ABI. Together, we delved into the forces shaping the future of
Sue Coffey
Nov 4, 20252 min read


Meet Clive Rogers – Bringing Decades of Expertise to Liability Underwriting
When you speak to Clive Rogers, one of the first things you notice is how relaxed and upbeat he is about his new role. “The first couple of weeks have been really good fun,” he says with a smile. “It’s such a different atmosphere compared to my last job, much more focused on how people fit and work together. It feels like a really caring culture, which is great.” So far, Clive’s time has been filled with virtual introductions and plenty of meetings. “I’ve not had the chance t
Covea Insurance
Oct 22, 20251 min read


Celebrating 25 Years of Dave Jowett at Covéa Insurance
From Halifax House to shaping the future, thank you, Dave! Twenty-five years ago, Dave Jowett stepped into Halifax House with a bundle of nerves, a lot of excitement, and a brand-new role as a graduate trainee. What he found was a company that valued integrity, growth, and people, and he’s been helping to build that culture ever since. Dave began in the Operational side of the company, learning fast, leaning in, and saying yes to opportunity. Over time, his role evolved fro
Covea Insurance
Oct 16, 20252 min read
Covéa and The AA: Strengthening a Strategic Partnership through Van Insurance
Covéa and The AA have reinforced their long-standing strategic partnership through the launch of van insurance. This development builds on a relationship that began more than 20 years ago, underscoring the mutual trust and aligned objectives that have defined their partnership over the past two decades.
Covea Insurance
Oct 15, 20252 min read


A New Chapter in Personal Lines Underwriting with Dan Venner
Stepping into his new role leading the Personal Lines underwriting function, Dan Venner brings with him a wealth of experience, six years...
Covea Insurance
Oct 10, 20253 min read


Listening, Evolving, and Giving Back: Broker Feedback Fuels Community Support
Being 100% intermediated means you, our brokers are at the heart of everything we do. We choose to work with a limited number of partners...
Covea Insurance
Oct 10, 20252 min read


The Changing Face of the Motor Trade: Why Expertise, Technology and Collaboration Are Driving the Future
The motor trade industry is in the midst of a significant transformation. Evolving customer expectations, rapid technological...
Covea Insurance
Oct 10, 20252 min read


Welcome to the Team: Ashleigh Gray, Regional Development Manager (South East)
We’re thrilled to welcome Ashleigh Gray to the team as our new Regional Development Manager for the South East. Ashleigh joined us...
Covea Insurance
Oct 7, 20252 min read

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