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The general consensus is that 2025 has been a relatively positive, stable year for the protection sector. Providers have largely tinkered rather than introduce wholesale product overhauls as the sector awaits the...

Private medical insurance (PMI) providers have been urged to up their game in ensuring customers can actually understand their products, by consumer group Fairer Finance. Elements such as no claims discounts (NCDs)...

Most life insurance policyholders do not know they can access an early pay out following a terminal diagnosis. This is according to a survey from MoneySuperMarket of 2,000 adults which showed just...

Advisers generally support client-facing staff wearing Christmas jumpers, but the complexity of the debate reflects the importance of the sector's position. It was a close call, with some respondents thinking they spread...

Insurance premium tax (IPT) raised almost £7bn in the first eight months of the 2025-26 financial year. Latest HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) data showed IPT raised £6.78bn in the first eight...

The year 2025 may be remembered as a turbulent year of two halves for the private medical insurance (PMI) market. Companies and individuals continue to see the attraction of taking out cover...

William Russell is introducing a virtual GP service, preventative and mental health support as well as help expats stay safe on assignment as part of a range of new complimentary digital services...

The British Insurance Brokers’ Association (BIBA) has appointed Gallagher UK CEO Michael Rea as its next deputy chairperson. Rea (pictured) succeeds Aon UK CEO Jane Keilty, who has reached the end of...

Healthcode is launching a project to integrate its Epractice solution with NHS systems extending its reach to private healthcare providers who offer services to NHS patients.  Healthcode will be transforming Epractice into...

The winners of the UK Health & Protection Awards 2025 were revealed at a magnificent gala ceremony at the Westminster Park Plaza. Watch the video highlights below of the night, including celebrity...