Congress Day 1

Monday started with breakout sessions, opening with a passionate argument for legacy claims teams, followed by an informal and informative session on asbestos. The main hall was busy when we covered both operational resilience and investor perspectives. We also welcomed a dozen delegates who arrived by bicycle from London, including former IRLA Director Simon Barnes, raising funds for IRLA’s 2022 chosen charity, the National Autistic Society (“NAS”). Total raised so far will follow.  On Monday evening delegates enjoyed informal drinks, a karaoke room, and a trip up the i360 and the witnessing of a successful marriage proposal (not Congress delegates) whilst taking in the amazing view!

Congress Day 2

Tuesday commenced with an uplifting talk from our guest speaker, Mandy Hickson, who was the UK’s first female jet fighter pilot. For many this was the Congress peak and we are thinking of charging for starting a fan club. Delegates then heard the experienced views of a strong panel of CEOs before celebrating Nicola Gaisford of RQIH being presented with IRLA’s Young Professional of the Year Award. Following an eye-opening presentation on AI, and a lively regulatory discussion, the highlight of the afternoon was a very insightful, illuminating and powerful session with the NAS. The evening hosted a very successful Gala Dinner with 300 diners all being served a delicious three courses. Being by the sea, fresh fish was on the menu.

Congress Day 3

Wednesday morning we heard Stephen Roberts’s final address as Chairman of IRLA and this segued into a session from the IRLA Young Professionals Group, with informative sessions on both emerging claims trends and views on future legacy. It also featured guest speaker Dr Katherine Daniels educating us on the safe disposal of waste products from a geological perspective. Currently the UK has no dangerous nuclear waste stored, but this is an area that can come back and haunt insurers. Thank you to all who contributed to make this such a lively and collaborative event.

We will reconvene again on 8-10 May 2023 and pre-booking is open, please email registrations@irla-international.com

Congress, Day Three – a summary

IRLA Congress, Day Two – a summary

IRLA Congress Day One – a summary

IRLA Congress 2022 – Wednesday 18 May: final session

IRLA Congress 2022 – Tuesday 17 May: afternoon session

IRLA Congress 2022 – Tuesday 17 May, morning session

Congratulations to the nominees for this year’s Young Professional of the Year Award

IRLA Congress 2022 – Monday 16 May, afternoon session

IRLA Congress 2022 – Monday 16 May, morning session

IRLA Congress 2022 survey – your opinions matter. Closing date 29 April 2022.

IRLA members: Silent auction, on behalf of the National Autistic Society

Raising money on route to IRLA Congress – Join the team!

Members Golf Day: 20 September 2022 – book now to avoid disappointment!

We would like to welcome our new YPG committee members!

The deadline is fast approaching for this year’s Young Professional of the Year Award…

Online courses – available on-demand

Members Quiz Night: the results are in!

Don’t miss out – register now!

Nominate your Young Professional of the Year

IRLA members Crazy Golf 2022 – the results are in!

Don’t miss out!  IRLA Congress: 16-18 May 2022

IRLA Young Professional Group (YPG): committee vacancies

Latest 7KBW judgment – Gavin Kealy QC and Henry Moore succeed in striking out £50 million claim with limitation point

Engage – Legal insight and analysis: UK adopts extensive Russian sanctions and export control and trade activity restrictions

IRLA Congress: 16-18 May 2022 – Programme release

IRLA invites all returning members to the annual Summer BBQ: 7 September 2022

Engage – Legal insight and analysis: New EU Russia sanctions package

Engage: Legal insight and analysis. Norwegian court revokes wind power licences to protect the cultural practice of minorities

IRLA Congress 2022: don’t miss out!

We are pleased to announce the judging panel for this year’s Young Professional of the Year Award

Engage: Legal insight and analysis. SEC proposes reforms to enhance private fund transparency

2022 insurance industry forecast: trends and future risks. February 2022

Our calendar of events for 2022, so far:

Engage – Legal insight and analysis: German FDI regulator spoils GlobalWafers’ $4.35 billion Siltronic deal

Young Professional of the Year Awards 2022

What will YOUR legacy be? IRLA Congress 2022 – registrations open.

Prudential Regulation Authority publishes CP2/22

Golfing opportunities for members:  Crazy Golf on 15 March 2022 (4 team places remaining) & Golf Day at Warley Park on 20 September 2022.

Member information: Civil Procedure Rule Committee consultation (closing 11 February 2022)