As in previous years, GRiD is an honorary sponsor of the Protection Review’s flagship event, which will take place face to face on 27 November 2025 at the London Landmark Hotel. The full details can be found by following the link here. Advisers can register to attend the conference for free by following the link […] The post Protection Review conference and dinner 27 November 2025 appeared first on GRiD.| GRiD
Notes from the GRiD Raising the Profile Working Group meeting on 11 September 2025. Please download the attached document to view the notes. The post Notes from GRiD Raising the Profile Working Group meeting on 11 September 2025 appeared first on GRiD.| GRiD
GRiD has made a representation to HM Treasury for the upcoming 2025 Budget. Our submission focuses on 4 key changes we believe are achievable, includes background information on the issues and suggestions on how the changes could be implemented simply and effectively. The 4 key changes cover: To read the full submission, please download the […] The post GRiD October 2025 Budget representation appeared first on GRiD.| GRiD
Press release 7 October 2025. Nearly nine out of ten (88%) employers say they offer preventative support for their staff – i.e. support aimed at detecting and averting health and wellbeing issues – according to research from GRiD1, the industry body for the group risk sector. Of those employers who offer preventative measures, mental health […] The post Preventative support for mental health is considered the most helpful, according to employers (GRiD research) appeared first on GRiD.| GRiD
Following HMRC publishing their policy paper confirming the exemption for death in service benefits from the upcoming changes to inheritance tax and unspent pension pots / death benefits, the draft legislation to effect the changes has been published. Following a review, GRiD’s Regulatory Committee have concerns about the language and inconsistencies between the policy intent […] The post GRiD response to HMT re: draft IHT legislation appeared first on GRiD.| GRiD
The recording, slides and other supporting materials from the GRiD Training Academy session on registered vs excepted group life schemes held on 25 September 2025 can be accessed here. (On following the link, you will be prompted to register for Aviva’s On24 platform, if you weren’t registered to attend the live session.) Please do not […] The post Recording, slides and supporting materials from the GRiD Training Academy session on Registered vs Excepted Group Life schemes held on 25 Se...| GRiD
GRiD PR report for September 2025. Key highlights: The post GRiD PR Activity & Coverage September 2025 appeared first on GRiD.| GRiD
This is the last reminder to register for the GRiD Training Academy training session on Registered vs Excepted Group Life schemes. The training will be delivered at 10.00am on Thursday 25 September 2025 in a 60-minute online session including live Q&As. We have attached a synopsis of the course which includes a summary of the content for reference. […] The post Last reminder to register for the GRiD Training Academy session on Registered vs Excepted schemes 25 September 2025 appeared...| GRiD
This is a reminder to register for the October 2025 GRiD members meeting, which will be held in person and online on 23rd October 2025, from 2.00 to 4.00pm (please note the change of timing), hosted by Munich Re. After a brief welcome, we’ll move on to an update on the Keep Britain Working review […] The post GRiD Members Meeting – 23rd October 2025 appeared first on GRiD.| GRiD
Registration is now open for the October 2025 GRiD members meeting, which will be held in person and online on 23rd October 2025, from 2.00 to 4.00pm (please note the change of timing), hosted by Munich Re. After a brief welcome, we’ll move on to an update on the Keep Britain Working review from Luke […] The post GRiD Members Meeting – 23rd October 2025 appeared first on GRiD.| GRiD
“While suicide prevention should be addressed throughout the year, World Suicide Prevention Day highlights the importance of collective action. As individuals, we can regularly check in on family, friends, colleagues, neighbours and acquaintances – engaging in meaningful conversation and active listening without judgement. Employers can further contribute in a number of ways, including by implementing […] The post World Suicide Prevention Day 10 September – GRiD comment appeared first...| GRiD
Press release 8 September 2025. Following the Government’s announcement last week (Thursday 4 Sep) that thousands of sick and disabled people are to get life-changing support into work, Katharine Moxham, Spokesperson for Group Risk Development (GRiD) said: “Whilst we commend the Government’s commitment to helping more sick and disabled people to get back into work, […] The post Government’s announcement on thousands of sick and disabled people to get life-changing support into work ...| GRiD
Notes from the GRiD Raising the Profile Working Group meeting on 10 July 2025. Please download the attached document to view the notes. The post Notes from GRiD Raising the Profile Working Group meeting on 10 July 2025 appeared first on GRiD.| GRiD
We are delighted to announce that the GRiD Training Academy is running a training session on Registered vs Excepted Group Life schemes. The training will be delivered at 10.00am on Thursday 25 September 2025 in a 60-minute online session including live Q&As. We have attached a synopsis of the course which includes a summary of […] The post GRiD Training Academy session on Registered vs Excepted schemes 25 September 2025 appeared first on GRiD.| GRiD
Press release 2 September 2025. GRiD, the industry body for the group risk sector, has found that over a third (36%) of employers fund support for a newly injured or ill member of staff on a case-by-case basis. Although this may appear generous and highly tailored, GRiD cautions that it is not a practical approach […] The post Over a third (36%) of employers directly fund support for employees with a new illness or injury case by case (GRiD research) appeared first on GRiD.| GRiD
GRiD PR report for August 2025. The post GRiD PR Activity & Coverage August 2025 appeared first on GRiD.| GRiD
Press release 26 August 2025. Employee benefits specialist, Mattioli Woods is the latest company to enjoy the shared benefits of GRiD membership. GRiD, the industry body for group risk, brings together companies within the group risk protection sector to benefit from collective experience and lobbying power. In joining GRiD, Mattioli Woods will bring to the […]| GRiD
Press release 21 May 2024. The UK Group Risk industry paid out a record £2.49bn in claims in 2023: £6.82m a day Industry data compiled by Group Risk Development (GRiD) shows that, once again, employers highly utilised group risk protection (employer-funded life assurance, income protection and critical illness benefits) to provide financial support to employees […]| GRiD
