CII opens registration for Disability Access Symposium 2026
The symposium will run both virtually and in person during the week starting 5th October 2026.
The Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) has opened registration for the Disability Access Symposium 2026, an event aimed at improving accessibility for disabled people across the UK.
The symposium will run both virtually and in person during the week starting 5th October 2026, bringing together senior leaders, charities, sector champions and accessibility experts to share practical solutions and lived experience.
In-person events include a full-day session at PwC, Embankment on 7th October 2026 from 10:00 to 16:00, with up to 150 attendees expected.
A lunchtime event will take place at Lloyd’s of London on 8th October 2026 from 12:00 to 14:00 for up to 100 participants.
Virtual sessions will be held throughout the week to support flexible access, bringing in Disability and Access Ambassadors, charities and practitioners.
Edward Grant, board director at PFS and Cabinet Office Disability & Access Ambassador for Insurance and Financial Planning, said: “The Disability Access Symposium is a catalyst for leaders who want to collaborate, drive real change, and accelerate accessibility across every sector.
“By amplifying proven initiatives, learning from pioneering organisations and hearing directly from disability access champions, we can together transform the experience of disabled customers and open genuine opportunities for disabled employees and entrepreneurs.”
Matthew Hill, CEO of the CII, said: “The Chartered Insurance Institute is proud to support the Symposium.
“It complements our work to raise awareness of careers in insurance and financial planning, on supporting vulnerable customers, and helping firms meet their Consumer Duty obligations.”
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