Employee behaviour is creating significant and often hidden cyber security risks, with widespread use of unauthorised AI tools and unsafe workplace practices exposing organisations to growing threats, according to research from WatchGuard Technologies

The proportion of highly experienced claims professionals working across the Lloyd's market has fallen over the past two years, according to new research from the Lloyd's Market Association, as employers continue to grapple with recruitment and retention challenges. Professionals with more than 15 years' experience now account for just 31% of the Lloyd's market claims workforce.

Disaster recovery and restoration specialist Belfor UK has appointed Novuna Vehicle Solutions as its fleet management partner in the UK. Under the agreement, Novuna will manage Belfor UK's fleet of 254 vehicles, with 84 due to be replaced during 2026.

UK-based testing and certification business Celnor Group has acquired Meridian Consult to strengthen its risk management offering. Meridian Consult, based in Stafford with surveyors across the Midlands, the North West and London, provides building control and regulatory consultancy services across the design, construction and completion stages of building projects. Its work spans the residential, commercial, education and healthcare sectors, covering small developments to high-rise projects.

Aviation insurance claims costs continued to increase during 2025-2026, with rises recorded across every category tracked by McLarens Aviation’s latest Aviation Claims Cost Index. Compiled from claims data gathered across McLarens Aviation’s network of more than 30 offices worldwide, the index recorded annual increases ranging from 6% to 10.8%. The largest rise was in major repairs, OEM and aircraft on ground costs.

Zurich Municipal has launched a new insurance product designed to support England’s largest programme of local government reorganisation in more than 50 years, as over 200 councils prepare to be abolished or merged. Shadow Authority Insurance is designed to cover the newly-formed shadow authorities that are overseeing the transition to unitary councils.