Individual Protection

The World Health Organisation (WHO) declared that antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the top 10 global public health threats facing humanity. AMR occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites no longer...

Non-salaried workers, including freelancers, self-employed people and those on zero-hours contracts or hourly pay are significantly less likely to have life insurance cover than their salaried peers, according to research from Beagle...

St James’s Place has appointed Adam Higgs to the new role of head of protection (proposition delivery). Higgs (pictured) will play a pivotal role in shaping the protection proposition strategy with focus...

Legal & General has appointed Laura Mason as CEO of its retail division. Mason, currently CEO of L&G’s private markets business, joins the provider's group management committee along with Katie Worgan who...

The Right DA Club has added protection and private medical insurance (PMI) provider, National Friendly to its insurance panel. From today (16 October), Right DA Club members will be able to access...

We live in an increasingly digital-first environment where Generation Z - those aged 12 to 27 - are becoming a critical and evermore influential part of the consumer base. Notably this population...

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) will commence its market study into the distribution of pure protection products to retail customers in the first quarter of 2025. On announcing the market inquiry and...

Health and protection claims management AI-powered platform Qantev has raised €28.5m (£23.8m) in a new funding round led by Blossom Capital, with participation from existing investors Elaia, Omnes and Raise Venture. The...

While insurers are charging for some additional services, the general consensus among providers is that these offerings are free and will continue to be so. During Income Protection Action Week added value...

The UK Health & Protection Awards returned to the Hilton Park Lane in London last night. More than 700 advisers, insurers and other representatives gathered together at a packed venue to celebrate...