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Welcome to the AXA UK Newsroom. Here you'll find press releases, downloadable resources and information on our public affairs activity and financial results.

Research shows poor mind health in the workplace costs the UK economy £102bn a year

Surveys and reports

19 March 2024

A study by AXA UK shows that poor mind health in the workplace cost the UK economy £102 billion last year – globally £2.1 trillion was lost due to employees’ mind health issues.

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AXA Commercial launches directory to help brokers navigate niche schemes market

Innovation

14 March 2024

New online directory provides easy access to partner schemes that offer AXA-underwritten products across a wide range of non-standard trades and sectors.

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AXA Commercial offers free health checks to improve fleet safety

Product

4 March 2024

Small and medium-sized businesses often don’t have dedicated fleet managers so it’s easy for risk management to be overlooked. AXA Commercial’s free online fleet check is a simple way for customers to check if they are taking the right steps to protect themselves, their businesses and their drivers.

AXA Health strengthens online healthcare offering with acquisition of HBSUK

Product

23 February 2024

AXA Health has announced the acquisition of HBSUK, an online outpatient service provider which helps to deliver safe and effective treatment in a fast and efficient way.

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AXA UK says customers should act quickly following BT Redcare closure announcement

Product

16 February 2024

One of the UK’s leading alarm signalling systems, BT Redcare, will shut down next August leaving thousands of customers to find a suitable alternative. AXA UK says customers should act quickly to avoid potential manufacturing or installation bottlenecks.

AXA UK & Ireland appoints Gwenaël Fourré as Chief Operating Officer

People

12 February 2024

AXA UK & Ireland announces the appointment of Gwenaël Fourré as Chief Operating Officer, subject to regulatory approval.

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AXA UK median gender pay gap improves for the 5th year running

Surveys and reports

5 February 2024

The median pay gap in 2023 has narrowed by 0.5%, compared to the previous year. AXA UK continues to prove its commitment to making the workplace a fairer environment for all.