About us
The history of ARAG UK
at a glance
Heinrich Fassbender: "Every citizen should be able to assert their rights, not just those who can afford it."
Built on 90 years of international legal expertise
Celebrating 20 years in the UK
For nine decades, the ARAG Group has stood for strong legal protection and access to justice in Germany. For the past 20 years, we’ve brought that same commitment to the UK – supporting people and businesses with clear guidance, practical help and confidence when it matters most.
How we help peopleThe UK Story
When ARAG UK was founded in 2006, the vision was the same simple yet revolutionary principle expressed by German founder, Heinrich Faßbender, in 1935:
“To enable everybody, not just those who can afford it, to assert their legal rights. We remain committed to equal opportunities for all.”
We are now an innovative and highly successful organisation working in partnership with brokers, insurers and solicitors.
Our highly experienced team, shared values and robust product innovation programme has enabled us to grow consistently year on year.
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Event |
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2025 |
The DAS integration is complete, uniting ARAG’s Bristol teams at the new Trinity Quay head office, and David Haynes is appointed as CEO |
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2024 |
DAS UK integrates into the ARAG family and a new international rebrand is launched |
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2023 |
Acquisition announced of DAS UK and launch of first ARAG Day |
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2022 |
Won ‘Insurer of The Year’ at the PI Awards and the 5>30 global initiative launches |
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2021 |
ARAG gains 2* rating from Best Companies |
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2020 |
Retained the ‘Insurance provider of the Year’ at the PI Awards, and reported 10th year in profit despite the challenges of Covid-19 |
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2019 |
Winners of ‘Insurance provider of the Year’ at the PI Awards and ‘Best Customer Service Product’ at the Claims Excellence Awards. ARAG UK team support the acquisition of ARAG Legal Protection Ltd in the Republic of Ireland |
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2016 |
Our 10-year anniversary, and the opening of City of London office |
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2014 |
Won ‘Insurance Provider of the Year’ at the PI Awards |
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2013 |
Motor breakdown product launches |
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2012 |
Underwriting Service Award winners for ‘Legal Expenses Team of the Year’ and ‘Underwriting Service Awards Team of the Year’ |
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2011 |
Record profits announced |
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2010 |
Voted ‘Best Legal Expenses Provider’ by Insurance Post |
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2008 |
Home Emergency product launches |
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2006 |
ARAG plc founded in the UK |