UK trade body for the insurance industry
Professor Jason Arday has resigned from the University of Cambridge after the university has opened an investigation into his academic qualifications and honorary appointments following media allegations of plagiarism and other disputed claims. Cambridge has said it will continue its probe and will use the findings to review senior appointment procedures and research-misconduct policy.
Updates show a rising tide of subsidence cases driven by heat, drought and shifting foundations. Insurance payouts and delays in repairs are impacting homeowners, with thousands facing long remediation timelines and higher premiums.
A series of wildfires across the Cairngorms has prompted renewed questions about preparedness, insurer risk, and climate resilience as autumn floods loom. Fire crews faced weeks of operation with evacuations and dry conditions highlighting longer-term risks and response gaps.
A wave of pension-related writings from major outlets highlights the cost of the triple lock, the reach of state pension forecasts, and the public's awareness gaps. Governments are facing pressure to balance guarantees with affordability as analysts warn of mounting expenditure and voters press for clarity on future benefits.