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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.
Women scoop top prize in AXA’s annual startup business contest
Partnerships
25 August 2023
A designer who makes clothes adapted for people with disabilities and the creator of a community-building app for Black women have each scooped top prize of £25,000 in AXA's annual competition for startup businesses.
64% of Brits reveal their happy place is their car
Surveys and reports
16 August 2023
A poll of 2,000 adults revealed that a good car journey gives them independence, freedom and time to self-reflect.
One in 10 drivers don’t think they could pass their driving test, study shows
Surveys and reports
26 July 2023
One in 10 drivers questioned in a new road safety survey said they didn’t think they could pass a UK practical driving test, while a further 13% weren’t sure they’d be successful.
AXA appoints Tara Foley as new CEO of AXA UK & Ireland
People
20 July 2023
Tara Foley will take up the role of AXA UK & Ireland Chief Executive Officer on 1 September.
AXA UK research shows over half of homeowners are worried about the cost of climate change
Surveys and reports
17 July 2023
AXA UK’s Homeowner Resilience Report has revealed more than half of UK adults (59%) are concerned about the impact of climate change on their homes.
AXA UK first insurer to receive Age-Aware Accreditation
People
17 July 2023
The accreditation demonstrates AXA UK’s commitment to creating an inclusive work environment for over-50s.
Research shows nearly two-thirds support a safer licensing system for new drivers
Surveys and reports
14 July 2023
One in five drivers crash within their first year on the road. 81% of respondents think learner drivers should be required to have motorway driving practice before they pass their test.
AXA UK research shows almost two-thirds of people are planning spending cuts, but most remain optimistic about their finances
Surveys and reports
6 July 2023
The Customer Lifestyle Report has revealed UK adults plan to cut spending on takeaways, holidays and charity donations
AXA Commercial partners with PCL for payments by instalments solution
Innovation
9 June 2023
AXA commercial's customers will be able to self-serve on instalments through online account management