Merton Public and Employer liability insurance cover
October 27, 2025 Executive Director of Finance & Digital (Officer) Key decision Approved View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
The Chief Executive decided to approve a modification to the existing contract for Merton Public and Employer Liability insurance cover on 27 October 2025. This decision extends the contract term to secure continuity of cover while joint procurement for replacement services is undertaken with the London Boroughs of Sutton and Kingston. The decision approves the extension of the existing contract under Regulation 72(1)(e) of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.
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Purpose
The Council is approaching the end of its
existing long-term agreement with its current provider for employer
liability and Public Liability insurance cover. By extending the
current contract for one year the council will be able secure
continuity of cover whilst undertaking joint procurement for
replacement cover with London borough of Sutton and Kingston as
part of the shared services arrangement. We expect to achieve
better savings/term by carrying a joint Liability insurance tender
in 2026
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Details
| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 27 Oct 2025 |
| Subject to call-in | Yes |