What travel insurance companies offer the best Covid, and overall, coverage?

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Q When you book Jet2 flights it recommends that you take out travel insurance at the time of booking. Do you agree with this, or is it OK to be taken out a few weeks before the holiday? It’s for a summer family trip to Spain and Italy.

Are there certain travel insurance companies that you would recommend, including those with good Covid cover?

Sam