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Aegon deny restructure rumours
Aegon UK has refused to confirm or deny rumours that it is about to embark on a further process of restructuring that could lead to office closures...
Long-term care: the Queen’s speech
In her speech to parliament outlining the Care Bill, the Queen said: “Legislation will be introduced to reform the way long-term care is paid for...
FCA launches thematic review of insurance claims
General insurance companies will be examined for heel-dragging, Martin Wheatley says.
Tenet: A protection trade body is vitally important
Financial services support network Tenet has added its voice to the groundswell of support for the creation of a trade body for protection.
Tyrie slams EU over bungled Solvency II reforms
“Solvency II is an object lesson in how not to make law,” says Andrew Tyrie.
Audit Office: 20% of Eq Life policyholders will not be found
Public Accounts Committee slams government for planning failings and likely budget overspend.
Analysis & Opinion
Ten protection arguments demystified
Kevin Carr tackles key arguments, challenges and myths that often vex protection advisers.
Mystery Shopper: Orpington
This week the mystery shopper visits Orpington and Sevenoaks in Kent to look for life insurance cover. The shopper is a 35 year old man who is...
With-profits endowments: Annual results
Another year has passed and with-profits payouts continue to fall. But holding onto a policy might be the best decision, says Geordie Clarke
Recent Articles
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FTAdviser BlogonYour Industry| May 17, 2013SJP exit sparks gossip, longstop campaign begins afresh
Week in brief: Two significant departures set tongues wagging this week for completely different reasons.
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Apr 17, 2013Palm FC, Vincents in tie-up to meet long-term care needs
Lancashire-based advisory firm Palm Financial Care has launched a joint venture with a local law firm to offer clients an “integrated approach” to...
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From Your Industry| Mar 28, 2013Insurer tells IFA don’t offer advice if you want cash
An IFA has revealed a life insurer has informed him he will only get cash if he can prove he has not advised a client.
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Mar 28, 2013Chesnara profits up 9%
Chesnara plc, owner of Countrywide Assured, Save & Prosper Insurance Ltd and Save & Prosper Pensions Ltd in the UK, reveals state of closed books.
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Mar 28, 2013Royal London profits help with-profits dividend
Royal London reveals profits were up in 2012 but the amount of new assets under administration on its wrap platform were down 8 per cent.
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Interview| Mar 13, 2013
Firing Line: Sally Greengross
Amy Ellis talks to Baroness Sally Greengross of Notting Hill, about her work with the International Longevity Centre and why Andrew Dilnot’s...
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Mar 13, 2013‘Gov’t needs to engage public on long-term care’
The government needs to “run a sustained public education campaign” to ensure people understand the financial contribution required to fund...
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Mar 07, 2013Arrow inspections rise for insurers ahead of Solvency II
The number of Arrow inspections of insurance businesses has increased by more than a third this year amid preparations for Solvency II, research...
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Mar 06, 2013Policyholders show little loyalty to insurers
More than two-thirds of policyholders are at risk of being poached by other insurers, as they feel little loyalty towards their current provider,...
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Feb 26, 2013Phoenix with-profits show final bonus slant
Annual bonuses disappoint as group focuses on meeting guarantees, terminal bonuses