Newsroom

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

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Three in four don’t believe driverless cars will reduce accidents

Product

28 November 2018

New research by AXA reveals only 27% of UK residents believe driverless cars will lead to fewer accidents on the roads despite 90% of accidents being caused by human error.

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Tracy Garrad named AXA PPP healthcare Chief Executive Officer

People

27 November 2018

Tracy Garrad named AXA PPP healthcare Chief Executive Officer, replacing the outgoing Keith Gibbs

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Almost three in four Brits suffering from stress, AXA research reveals

Product

20 November 2018

Some 72% of Brits feel stressed at least some of the time during a typical week leading to feelings of anxiety, tension and a lack of sleep, AXA’s 2018 Stress Index has revealed.

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AXA adds Brexit cover to its Management Liability product

Product

13 November 2018

AXA's Management Liability adds cover for Brexit-related claims for D&O and CLL, with added benefits and free expert advice from rradar.

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Amelie Breitburd named AXA UK & Ireland Chief Financial Officer

People

29 October 2018

Amelie Breitburd has been appointed Chief Financial Officer of AXA UK and Ireland, replacing the outgoing Bertrand Poupart-Lafarge.

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New report claims data worth £32 billion will fuel driverless vehicles, but how will users pay?

Innovation

24 October 2018

AXA and Burges Salmon have published a report into how passengers’ personal data, valued at £32 billion by 2025, needs to be managed by Connected and Autonomous Vehicles (CAVs) – also known as driverless cars.

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Are you a true eco-warrior? AXA reveals what’s stopping UK homes from going green

Product

22 October 2018

A third of the nation believes their homes are significantly contributing to the UK’s carbon footprint, according to research* by AXA.

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Get spooked safely this Halloween

Product

19 October 2018

As parents, schools and businesses prepare for the season of things that go bump in the night, we offer some timely advice on ensuring the safety of your guests (wanted or unwanted) while enjoying the magic.

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Can you afford not to go green? Energy costs to rise by £30 per month in the next decade

Product

11 October 2018

UK homeowners believe they are spending £350 a year*, or £29 per month, more on heating and power compared to a decade ago, according to AXA.