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27 Oct 2026

CII New Gen group urges sector to protect knowledge as experienced professionals retire

A report published by the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) New Generation Programme 2025/26 Broking Group calls on the insurance profession to take a more deliberate approach to retaining and transferring the knowledge held by its most experienced people.

22 Oct 2026

PFS Personal Finance Awards recognise advisers and firms raising professional standards

The Personal Finance Society (PFS) has named the winners of its 2026/27 Personal Finance Awards, recognising eight individuals and firms for their contribution to high standards, specialist advice and consumer trust.

21 Oct 2026

CPD Lite Bite October 2026

October's CPD Lite Bite is now available to view and share with members. This month's Lite Bite focuses on AI.

20 Oct 2026

CII and PFS celebrate more than 300 graduates

Nearly 350 insurance and financial advice professionals have entered an exciting new chapter of their careers after achieving some of the profession’s most respected qualifications and professional statuses.

14 Oct 2026

Debbie Mitchell appointed as next CII president

Debbie Mitchell has been named as president of the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) for 2027. Her appointment was formally confirmed this afternoon at the CII’s AGM in London. Mandy Hunt, managing director of Shape Underwriting, and former chair of the CII Underwriting Community, was named as deputy president.

06 Oct 2026

CII says firms are overlooking neurodivergent talent, amid skills shortages

Employers risk excluding precisely the talent they need to address growing skills gaps in technology, data, analysis and risk, the Chartered Insurance Institute has warned.

29 Sep 2026

PFS celebrates exceptional contributions with new Local Volunteer Awards

The Personal Finance Society (PFS) celebrated the exceptional contributions of some of its volunteers at its Officers’ Conference on 23 September. The inaugural Local Volunteer Awards recognised six individuals whose time, dedication and passion have made a lasting impact across regional communities.