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WEBINAR - Rest, Recover & Recharge
Failing to prioritise our Rest, Recovery & Recharge has many consequences.
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The missed opportunity on business leads - how UK employment trends are changing yet the financial services sector is lagging behind in its offerings
During the last twenty years there has never been more changes in employment trends in the UK - yet in many cases the insurance industry has been slow to change. This presentation will point out the business opportunities that have arisen due to these changing trends and why they have often been missed. Small business numbers have increased by 2.2 million since 2000! Many more people are now working from home, many more people are now giving advice, many immigrant groups have arrived to provide valuable skills - the demand for commercial insurance products has changed dramatically, but in many cases the policies and sales processes offered are still stuck in the last century! The insurance industry has often been slow to respond to changes in demand and this presentation looks at how employment practices have changed and will continue to change dramatically, and how brokers could increase remuneration if they start amending their processes to make them line up more accurately with the needs of the changing employment sector. The FCA estimate that 40% of SME's are under insured and at the end of 2024 around 80% did not have any cyber cover at all. There will be stacks of interesting facts and figures in this presentation that will get intermediaries and insurers thinking about whether they are making the most of the business opportunities brought about by changing employment trends within the UK.
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WEBINAR - General Insurance Market Update
• Understand how the Supreme Court decision impacts BI in the future. • Be aware of key market developments and their practical implications for brokers and insurers. • Be aware of market innovations and their potential use for clients
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Cocktail Making - Get to know your Local Institute Council - Thursday 13th November 2025
A fun few hours of learning the art of cocktail making and sampling your own work! All the following at a reduced price of £20 per head. Tutored by skilful, qualified cocktail makers in the popular Be At One Cocktail Bar in the Hub Milton Keynes, you will: - receive a welcome drink on arrival - make and sample 2 cocktails or mocktails Book soon as this was very popular when we ran it 2 years ago.
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WEBINAR - Cyber Insurance - An Introduction
Cyber Insurance is fast becoming an essential insurance cover for those who run business. This course aims to demystify some of the language used and look at the kind of events that can happen. We will look at the elements of cover that fall within this subject as well as some of the underwriting concerns. We will use real life examples of what can go wrong and how a cyber insurance policy can offer both protection & peace of mind. This is an introduction course which will be suitable for anyone who wants to understand more about the subject to feel confident in discussing with their clients.
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WEBINAR - ESG and the FCA
As interest in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) continues to grow, so does the need for sector specific regulation and reporting requirements. In November 2022 the FCA announced their refreshed ESG Strategy with the aim to “support the financial sector in driving positive change”. In this webinar we will explore the implications this has for the insurance sector and regulated firms, and what it may mean for future Regulation.
View event detailsWEBINAR - Introduction to Business Interruption
Business interruption insurance is often sold as part of a package or commercial combined insurance policy. We will look at its relationship with other elements of the policy, the extent of cover and the extensions to cover as well as discovering just how important it is to protect the future of businesses affected by an insured loss. This is an ideal course for those starting out in the insurance industry as well as a refresher for those who would like to reinforce their knowledge.
View event detailsInsurance Institute of Bedford and Milton Keynes Annual Dinner on 6th February 2026
We are delighted to confirm that our Annual Dinner will take place on Friday 6th February 2026. Our President Geoff Shuttleworth cordially invites you to the Annual Dinner of the Insurance Institute of Bedford and Milton Keynes—a spectacular night where sophistication meets show-stopping entertainment. Date: Thursday, 6th February 2026 Venue: Hotel La Tour, Milton Keynes After dinner Get ready to hit the dance floor with the sensational ABBA tribute band ‘Honey Honey’—bringing all the glitter, groove, and greatest hits you know and love. We hope to see you there, please visit our website for further details.
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