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CPD Webinar: Property & Landlords Insurance

  • Thu 27 Nov 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
    • Matt Owen - James, Zing 365

During this course, you will discover the fundamental aspects of property owners' insurance, and how it differs to consumer property insurance. You will discover the mechanics and the importance of putting the correct covers in place to protect the property owner.

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(Hawkins Webinar) Avoiding a Case of the Blues

  • Thu 27 Nov 9:30 am – 10:30 am
    • Mr James Townsend, Hawkins

Fruit cargoes are vulnerable to spoilage at every stage of their journey, from harvest through to delivery. In this webinar, Forensic Plant Pathologist, James Townsend shares how forensic investigation can uncover the causes of cargo damage.

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Flooding: The Road to Resilience

  • Tue 18 Nov 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
  • Novotel York

Flooding: The Road to Resilience An event that Claims Management practitioners should not miss!! About the Event: Flooding remains one of the most pressing environmental challenges facing the UK. This seminar will bring together professionals from the insurance, flood recovery, infrastructure, and climate sectors to examine how we can collectively build resilient communities in the face of increasing climate-related flood risks. This one-day forum is designed to spark cross-sector collaboration, deepen understanding of practical resilience strategies, and explore how the insurance and resilience sectors can lead and support communities before, during, and after flooding events.

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Webinar : Insurable Interest

  • Mon 17 Nov 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
    • Chris Abram, Nick Thomas & Associates

session one in our principles of insurance series An in-depth examination of this fundamental principle of insurance. Useful for anyone studying the IF1 or M05 subjects

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(Hawkins Webinar) Watertight Investigations: Hull Corrosion Analysis

  • Thu 13 Nov 9:30 am – 10:30 am
    • Dr Guiseppe Scatigno, Hawkins

Using real-world case studies, including Impressed Current Cathodic Protection (ICCP) system analysis and ultrasonic testing, Giuseppe explains how to identify corrosion mechanisms, establish timelines of degradation, and rule out secondary causes such as grounding or material defects

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(Hawkins Webinar) Hell or High Water: The Challenges of Dealing with Ship Fires

  • Thu 30 Oct 9:30 am – 10:30 am
    • Mr John Gow, Hawkins

In this webinar, marine fire expert, John Gow explores the complex realities of fighting fires at sea. Drawing on real-world cases and frontline experience, he will examine the unique obstacles faced by crews and emergency responders when tackling shipboard blazes.

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(Hawkins Webinar) Marine Experts & AI: A Stormy Match Made in Heaven?

  • Thu 16 Oct 9:30 am – 10:30 am
    • Dr Sophie Parsons, Hawkins

Dr Sophie Parsons, Hawkins’ Head of Marine Investigations and Regional Director in Hong Kong, will explore the advantages and disadvantages of using AI throughout the stages of a marine investigation. She will also discuss how AI may influence our role and perception as independent experts.

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CPD Webinar: ESG – Emerging Risks

  • Tue 14 Oct 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
    • Kerris Earle, Zing 365

This session is tailored to help employees better understand the fundamentals of ESG. Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) regulation is on the rise globally with many new requirements for companies to report on how they are managing ESG risks.

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The Evolving Workplace in the 21st Century - North-East Regional Flagship Event. This event has been cancelled.

  • Thu 09 Oct 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
  • Novotel Leeds

We are sorry to announce that this event has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Thank you for your understanding.

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CPD Webinar: Autism & Neurodiversity in the Workplace - extra date added!

  • Mon 29 Sep 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
    • Loren Snow, Diversity Trust

ANOTHER CHANCE TO ATTEND!!!!! Following the popularity and technical difficulties at the last session we're hosting this session again. The webinar aims to increase awareness of autism and neurodiversity in the workplace, and allow attendees the opportunity to discuss workplace specific circumstances, develop strategies to support a neurodiverse workforce, and identify next steps for their organisation.

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Parametric Insurance/New ways of underwriting in the 21st century

  • Thu 25 Sep 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
    • Dr Alan Punter, BTech, MSc, PhD, MBA

“Indemnity, or not Indemnity, that is the question.” An exploration of the growth and uses of parametric insurance products.

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A Day at the Races

  • Fri 19 Sep 11:30 am – 5:00 pm
  • The Royal Armouries, New Dock Hall

We are delighted to announce that in partnership with BIBA Yorkshire & Northern, we are holding "A Day at the Races" on Friday 19 September 2025 at the spectacular Royal Armouries, Leeds.

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CPD Webinar: Autism & Neurodiversity in the Workplace

  • Wed 17 Sep 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
    • Loren Snow, Diversity Trust

The webinar aims to increase awareness of autism and neurodiversity in the workplace, and allow attendees the opportunity to discuss workplace specific circumstances, develop strategies to support a neurodiverse workforce, and identify next steps for their organisation.

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PFS Middlesbrough Autumn Roadshow

  • Tue 16 Sep 8:30 am – 3:40 pm
  • Leonardo Hotel
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Autumn PFS Roadshow 2025 (Middlesbrough)

  • Tue 16 Sep – Tue 16 Sep
  • Leonardo Hotel

Our approach is evolving in 2025. PFS XCHANGE will bring you larger, multi-streamed events offering a greater choice of content for all. PFS Local will deliver events across each of our 26 regions. In September the Roadshow will be in Middlesbrough, at the Leonardo Hotel, Middlesbrough.

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CPD Webinar: The Law of Tort - POSTPONED

  • Wed 10 Sep 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
    • Jennifer Yeates, Zing 365

We will explore the torts in civil law and look at how they may relate to insurance and the cover that is provided to businesses & individuals. This course is ideal for those wishing to learn more about private law and how it is such an integral part of insurance

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The Cyber Evolution: Defending the Dynamic Workplace

  • Thu 04 Sep 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
    • Rosehana Amin, Clyde & Co LLP
    • Bethan Griffiths, Clyde & Co LLP

The digital transformation of the workplace has created unprecedented opportunities and equally unprecedented risks. As remote work becomes the norm and cloud technologies reshape how we operate, cybercriminals are exploiting new vulnerabilities faster than ever before.

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Human V Automated Decision-Making: Have We Gone Too Far?

  • Thu 31 Jul 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
    • Jeff Heasman, Insurance Upskill

We have reached a critical crossroads in the digitisation and automation of processes within insurance and financial services. Some say that we have already gone too far and the human element is being continuously eroded, whereas others believe we have not gone far enough and that insurance and financial services continue to lag behind other professions. There is a fine balance to be struck. This session is a pre-seminar webinar for our Flagship event "The Evolving Workplace in the 21st Century" happening on Thursday 9 October, Novotel, Leeds.

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2025 PFS Tyne Tees conference

  • Thu 10 Jul 8:30 am – 3:00 pm
  • Ramside Hall Hotel and Golf Club

Join us for an exclusive professional development event designed specifically for members of the Personal Finance Society (PFS) and financial planning professionals. This comprehensive event will provide in-depth insights into several key areas crucial for enhancing your practice and staying current in the ever-evolving financial landscape. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge, refine your skills, and network with peers. Join us to stay ahead in the financial planning profession!

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Chartered Connections Breakfast

  • Thu 10 Jul 7:45 am – 9:00 am
  • Ramside Hall Hotel and Golf Club
    • Kerry Houghton, @SIPP

A workshop aimed at chartered members, and those who are nearing chartered, to look into the technical differences of SIPPs V SASS The session will look into the similarities and differences the 2 products. Looking at when one may be better for a client than the other There will be case study examples for each to look into the benefits and disadvantages of both of the products.

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