The Board was delighted to welcome the CII’s International Directors and Vice Presidents to its September meeting, as we gave additional time to think strategically about our role beyond the UK. Insurance has the potential to benefit consumers, firms and societies more generally around the world. We already have offices in Dubai and Hong Kong, and members in well over 100 countries, so we know there is potential for us to make a positive contribution in many other jurisdictions. The question is how? At this meeting, we discussed the needs that exist in some other markets, such as mandated qualifications, and the roles that other professional bodies already play. We also heard about our growing number of International Professional Partner Firms, and considered how these align with Corporate Chartered status.

Registrations have opened for the annual Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) Shaping the Future of Insurance conference. This year’s event focuses on ‘trends, tech, and tempting talent’, providing an opportunity for attendees to engage with industry leaders, gain insights on emerging trends, and network with fellow professionals.

Whilst we encourage members to provide us with honest opinions and feedback, we feel it important to remind that all members of the Personal Finance Society and Chartered Insurance Institute have a responsibility to conduct themselves in ways that enhance the reputation of our professions.

We are deeply saddened by the civil unrest that has taken place across the UK, and our thoughts are with those who have been affected directly or indirectly. The CII and PFS stand for equality, diversity, and inclusion for all, and it is an expectation we have set out in our Code of Ethics.