Previous events

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Menopause; What Everyone Needs to Know (Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Month)

  • Fri 29 Nov 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
    • Claire Russell, Mental Health in Business

Menopause is a reality for every biological woman and it is vital to understand how menopause can affect psychological, emotional and physical health. This empowering session is for women, and anyone that lives with or works with women. The aim of the session is to raise awareness on menopause, to empower women and those that love them, and to share practical guidance on supporting someone (or yourself) through menopause.

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Social mobility and being an inclusive leader (Equality , Diversity & Inclusion Month)

  • Fri 22 Nov 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
    • Jess Woodsford, Inclusive Futures

This session will explore the challenges relating to socio-economic backgrounds, and why this is important to consider in a work context. We will then look at the concept of Inclusive Leadership and the importance of creating inclusive environments. You will have the opportunity to explore and discuss how you can apply these principles to your own workplace.

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IIL Christmas Quiz

  • Thu 21 Nov 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
  • City Wine Bar

The IIL are looking forward to hosting our annual Christmas Quiz on Thursday 21st November 2024 at City Wine Bar. We would love you to join us. Food and fun for everyone - come along and join us for our annual Christmas Quiz accepting it may be a little early for Christmas but will definitely get you in the mood for the festive season! Teams will consist of 6 people but if you don’t have a team don’t worry, we will be making the teams up for the evening. A huge thank you to RSA for agreeing to sponsor a free drink for everyone who attends! We look forward to seeing you there to begin the celebrations!

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Dementia Awareness (Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Month)

  • Wed 13 Nov 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
    • Claire Lashbrook

The Alzheimer’s Society’s Dementia Friends programme is the biggest ever initiative to change people’s perceptions of dementia. It aims to transform the way the nation thinks, acts and talks about the condition. Dementia Friends is about learning more about dementia and the small ways you can help. From telling friends about the Dementia Friends programme to visiting someone you know living with dementia, every action counts.

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Embracing Neurodiversity in the Workplace (Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Month)

  • Fri 08 Nov 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
  • Online
    • Kerris Earle, Zing365

As part of the Insurance Institute of Exeter's Equality , Diversity & Inclusion Month, this webinar explores the significance of understanding and embracing neurodiversity within the workplace.

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Insurance in an Uncertain World

  • Wed 06 Nov 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
  • 1877 Suite, Toughsheet Community Stadium

Following a recent change in government and the current economic landscape, we will explore the impact on Insurance in today's uncertain world. This a full day event with a variety of topics presented by industry professionals with debates and Q&As and a chance to Network.

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Updated Free CertCII, DipCII & ACII Training Sessions

  • Thu 31 Oct – Tue 11 Feb

A flexible, unit-by-unit remote training initiative for members of the Chester & North Wales Institute wanting support to help them achieve their CII General Insurance qualifications, funded by the Local Institute.

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Behind the scenes - Gillmoss Recycling Centre

  • Tue 22 Oct 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
  • Gillmoss Recycling Centre

IIL have arranged a Behind the Scenes visit to Gillmoss Recycling Centre to learn more about what can be recycled and what happens to our recycling and waste once it has been collected by the local Council.

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Funded DipCII Training Sessions for M05, M92, M85, M66, M80 and M81

  • Tue 17 Sep – Tue 04 Feb

A flexible, unit-by-unit remote training initiative for members of the Chester & North Wales Institute wanting support to help them achieve their CII General Insurance qualifications, funded by the Local Institute.

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Funded CertCII Training Sessions for I10, IF1, IF3 & IF4

  • Fri 06 Sep – Wed 11 Dec

A flexible, unit-by-unit remote training initiative for members of the Chester & North Wales Institute wanting support to help them achieve their CII General Insurance qualifications, funded by the Local Institute.

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Behind the scenes - At a miniature railway

  • Tue 06 Aug 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
  • Royden Park

Join us for a unique opportunity to visit and see behind the scenes at the Wirral Model Engineering Society miniature railway within Royden Park, Wirral.

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Pan Professional Networking Event

  • Wed 19 Jun 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Chester and North Wales Pan Professionals Group have organised an Architect-Led Walking Tour of Chester Rows for Wednesday 19th June @ 6.30pm.

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2024 Annual General Meeting

  • Thu 11 Apr 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
  • The Architect

We need you! (To get down to our AGM, that is...) Your council invites you to attend the 77th Annual General Meeting of the Insurance Institute of Chester & North Wales. Hear first-hand reports from council members on previous and future activities and vote on the appointment of new council members. If you feel you could make a positive contribution, it is an ideal first step to becoming involved in your local institute.

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2024 Annual Dinner

  • Fri 22 Mar 7:00 pm – 11:59 pm
  • Chester Golf Club

Book your tickets now for our 2024 annual dinner. We are sure that you will not wish to miss what will be an excellent evening for only £30 per person. This prestigious event is the pinnacle of the Institute calendar, and your support is very much appreciated. Those of you who have attended previously will know that the evening provides an excellent opportunity to meet with friends and colleagues, enjoy fine food and wine, relax and have a dance. This year we will be returning to Chester Golf Club at Curzon Park for our dinner.

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Improving Your Personal Brand - CII Liverpool event open to all PFS & CII members

  • Tue 13 Feb 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

The Insurance Institute of Liverpool are delighted to invite members of the Chester Institute to their webinar on "Improving Your Personal Brand with the Assistance of the CII & PFS"

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Cert CII Online Insurance Examination Training

  • Mon 08 Jan – Mon 18 Mar

The Insurance Institute of Chester & North Wales has joined with other Local Institutes of the CII to offer our members online examination training between 8th January 2024 and 18th March 2024. Broker Pathway subjects are IF1 (Legal & Regulatory), IF2 (General Insurance Business), and I10 (Broking Fundamentals). Insurer Pathway subjects are IF1 (Legal & Regulatory), IF3 (Underwriting Process), and IF4 (Claims Handling Process).

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Cert CII Fast Track Remote Learning Programme

  • Mon 13 Nov – Mon 05 Feb
    • Alan Chandler

A FEW PLACES HAVE BECOME AVAILABLE DUE TO CANCELLATIONS - BOOK YOUR PLACE NOW The Insurance Institutes of the North-West, in partnership with the Worshipful Company of Insurers, is delighted to offer a fast track initiative to help members gain their Certificate in Insurance. This programme offers members the opportunity to benefit from a FREE study course specifically designed to help students attain their Cert CII in 14 weeks through structured learning. If you would like to advance your CII qualifications, now is the time to do so.

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Diploma in Insurance Online Training Programme

  • Mon 06 Nov – Mon 17 Feb
    • Alan Chandler

The Insurance Institutes of the North-West, in partnership with the Worshipful Company of Insurers, is delighted to offer a fast track initiative to help members gain their Diploma in Insurance. This programme offers members the opportunity to benefit from a FREE study course specifically designed to help students attain their Dip CII in 15 months through structured learning. If you would like to advance your CII qualifications, now is the time to do so.

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Introduction to Neurodiversity - CISI CPD event open to PFS & CII members

  • Thu 19 Oct 5:15 pm – 8:00 pm

The CISI Liverpool, Chester and North Wales branch are delighted to collaborate with Financial Liverpool to welcome Jon Dunckley, Managing Director of the About Consulting Group, to share his expertise on neurodiversity. This event has been opened up to CII/PFS members to attend should they wish to join this CPD and Networking evening. The session will help you to understand the key challenges faced by people from neurominorities and enable you to be able to better work with neurominority customers and colleagues.

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CISI CPD Event - Open to PFS and CII members

  • Wed 18 Oct 8:30 am – 1:30 pm

The CISI Lancashire & Cumbria branch committee are delighted to invite local CII & PFS members to their branch CPD event at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Preston on 18th October 2023.

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