PMI & Healthcare
Advisers need ‘trust and openness’ to handle rising addiction in HNW clients
Client addiction illnesses can be a problem for any health insurance adviser, but the issue can get even more complicated when dealing with high net worth (HNW) families. “It can be absolutely...
Read moreLockton reports global revenue growth of 14%
Lockton saw global revenues rise 14% to $3.55bn for its fiscal year ended April 30 2024, compared to $3.09bn in its previous fiscal year. The consulting firm said it’s revenue growth was...
Read moreCII argues against a one-size-fits-all approach to EDI
The Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) has argued against a rigid, "one-size-fits-all" approach to regulating equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) within the financial services industry. When it comes to regulating EDI within the...
Read moreNHS crisis driving greater responsibility for employee health – Simplyhealth
The majority of businesses now feel more responsible for staff health due to the ongoing NHS funding crisis and lengthening waiting lists, according to a Simplyhealth survey. Overall 70% of businesses said...
Read moreCII opens entries for 2024 New Generation Programme
The Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) has opened its 2024 New Generation Programme for entries, offering 40 promising insurance professionals including advisers an opportunity to join the body's talent scheme. The cohort...
Read moreAlmost half of Brits would pay to help relative stuck on NHS waiting list
Almost half (45%) of UK adults would pay for private healthcare if a relative was stuck on a waiting list for surgery although more than a third (37%) said they would not....
Read moreIPT receipts soar with more than £1.4bn collected in May
More than £1.4bn was collected in Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) in May as receipts continued their long-term rise. A total of £1.431bn was collected in IPT last month compared to £615m...
Read moreTeresa Wighton stepping down as global sales excellence director at Bupa Global
Teresa Wighton is stepping down as global sales excellence director at Bupa Global. Wighton (pictured picking up a Health & Protection Award in 2022) joined the firm as UK group sales director...
Read moreThree in four Brits work while unwell – Bluecrest
More than three quarters of adults across Britain have worked while unwell, according to research from health assessment specialist Bluecrest Wellness. The survey of 1,437 adults in employment, conducted by Find Out...
Read moreHealth Foundation says NHS needs an additional £38bn
The NHS needs a further £38bn in funding to improve levels of service, according to the Health Foundation. The think tank's REAL Centre projects a potential £38bn shortfall in the funding needed...
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