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Wed 16 Sep, 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
AXA Insurance, Bolton
Lisa Kempster, Best You
CPD

Fri 25 Sep, 5:30 pm - 11:59 pm
Lostock Cricket Club
Social

Thu 12 Nov, 8:30 am - 7:00 pm
1877 Suite, Toughsheet Community Stadium, Bolton
CPD

Fri 22 Jan, 7:00 pm - 11:59 pm
The Netherwood Hotel
Annual event

List of recent news

21 August 2026
Introducing: The Cumbria Institute of Insurance and Financial Planning
The Insurance Institute of Kendal has officially changed its name to The Cumbria Institute of Insurance and Financial Planning - a move designed to better reflect the breadth of their membership and the evolving landscape of the local profession.

13 August 2026
The Insurance Charity - School Essentials Grant
The Insurance Charity is offering School Essentials grants to help eligible families with the costs associated with their children’s education.
Awards are available to current and former insurance people in the UK, Ireland and the Channel Islands who receive means-tested benefits and have children attending primary or secondary school, or sixth-form college.

24 June 2026
CII announces 2026 Shaping the Future of Insurance Conference: Navigating Future Risk
The Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) has today announced that its flagship Shaping the Future of Insurance Conference will return for its sixth year in 2026 under the theme Navigating Future Risk, bringing together professionals from across the insurance sector for a day of insight, connection and shared learning.
President's Message

Welcome to The Cumbria Institute of Insurance and Financial Planning
As the new President of The Cumbria Institute of Insurance and Financial Planning, I'm delighted to welcome you — whether you're a long-standing member, new to the profession, or simply curious about a career in insurance and financial planning.
Our institute is part of the Chartered Insurance Institute family, and I'm proud of the role we play locally in supporting professionals, building connections, and championing high standards. But I also believe we have a real opportunity to look forward — and that's what I'd like to focus on during my time as President.
Inspiring the next generation
Andrea Farrimond