Health & Protection is delighted to announce Bupa as the headline sponsor of the UK Health & Protection Awards 2026.
Bupa commercial director Richard Norris said: “The UK Health & Protection Awards are always a standout moment in the year for our industry, and we’re proud to support them as headline sponsor.
“The awards celebrate the innovation, collaboration and commitment that have driven growth across the sector over the past year, and the impact that’s being made for customers, our people and advisers alike.
“We’re really looking forward to the event and coming together with peers from across the industry to enjoy the night and recognise some brilliant work.”
This sixth edition of the UK Health & Protection Awards 2026 will recognise the outstanding achievements across the health and protection insurance markets over the last year.
A total of 30 awards will distinguish excellence among insurers, providers and advisers and intermediaries.
Winners will be announced in a glittering gala ceremony on 22 October at the London Hilton Park Lane.
The UK Health & Protection Awards 2026 are open for entries from advisers, while voting for the provider awards is also underway.
This year features two new categories: Best Business Protection Advice Firm and Best Business Protection Provider.
Adviser awards
In all 15 categories are open to entries from advisers and their firms, recognising their achievements across the whole of the health and protection insurance sector.
The awards website includes the full list of categories and the criteria which advisers should address in their entries.
The closing date for entries is 22 May and these can be submitted through the awards website or by following this link.
Health & Protection has published an article highlighting the keys to submitting a great adviser entry.
Provider awards
Voting for the provider awards is open now where advisers, brokers and intermediaries from across the sector can vote for the providers that have made the biggest strides and produced the best outcomes over the last 12 months.
The voting process is open until 1 May and the provider shortlists will be announced on 22 May.
Advisers, brokers and intermediaries can submit their votes by following this link.