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Jo Whyman

Risk Management Director

About Jo

Jo leads Ecclesiastical’s in-house risk management team, who offer specialist support and advice to customers across the UK. Jo has more than 30 years’ experience in the financial services and risk management sectors. He previously worked for Zurich for more than 25 years in various roles, including risk engineering, property, and energy practice leader, where he supported a culture of innovation through the use of digital solutions. In his spare time, Jo enjoys the Norwegian principle of ‘Friluftsliv’ – literally translated as free-air life but in essence meaning embracing the great outdoors, which he does by paddleboarding, canoeing, camping, and taking his dogs out on walks.

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Claims team cracks down on fraudsters

Claims specialists at Ecclesiastical Insurance saved over £3million challenging fraudulent claims during 2025.

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Ecclesiastical’s claims service makes it five in a row

Ecclesiastical has been recognised for excellence in claims handling by independent consultancy Gracechurch for the fifth year in a row.

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Andy Levens joins Ecclesiastical from Allianz

Ecclesiastical Insurance has appointed Andy Levens as new Northern Regional Underwriting Manager. 

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Burst pipes warning as freezing weather bites

Ecclesiastical is urging customers to take steps to prevent burst pipes following Storm Goretti and subsequent yellow warnings from the MET Office for freezing weather.

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Slips and trips warning for churches as cold snap bites

As wintery weather draws in, specialist insurer Ecclesiastical is urging churches to carry out essential maintenance to ensure visitors stay safe.

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David Hockey appointed Director of Schemes and Partnerships

Ecclesiastical Insurance has appointed David Hockey as its new Director of Schemes and Partnerships.

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Festive underinsurance risk reminder

Ecclesiastical is urging high-net-worth individuals to make sure their collections aren’t underinsured.

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Ecclesiastical tops Fairer Finance table for 22nd time

Ecclesiastical has retained its top spot in the Fairer Finance Home Insurance league table for a record twenty-second time and remains the UK’s most trusted home insurance provider.

Corporate Responsibility

We all belong - Women in Finance Charter

We’re proud to have been one of the original signatories of the Women in Finance Charter, backing its mission since day one in 2016.

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Firework safety warnings issued

Ahead of Bonfire Night, specialist insurer Ecclesiastical is warning the public to make sure they take steps to ensure a safe event.

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Museums urged to take steps to prevent crime following Louvre theft

Ecclesiastical is encouraging museums to review their security precautions to protect valuables following the high-profile smash and grab theft from Paris’ Louvre Museum.

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Broker wellbeing

Stress levels are at an all-time high, but brokers have tools to cope with everyday pressures