Just 4% of the population has made firm plans to fund their future long-term care (LTC) needs while two thirds (63%) have not even considered the matter, according to ABI research.

Peter Chadborn believes the Retail Distribution Review (RDR) may provide an opportunity for advisers to secure clients that banks cannot afford to service.

Which? has called for regulators to ensure protection products meet minimum standards.

The British Insurance Brokers' Association (BIBA) is inviting nominations for its 2011 Young Broker of the Year Award.

LV= is extending its offer of a 5% discount on income protection until 14 February.

The Association of Medical Insurance Intermediaries (AMII) has seen a significant increase in membership over the past six months.

Bupa has raised medical underwriting limits on its life and critical illness plans.

Bright Grey has extended the definitions of three critical illnesses it covers.

Wiltshire Friendly Society has contracted Medicals Direct to provide a big T tele interviewing service for its income protection business.

PruHealth has revealed its first new product suite since purchasing Standard Life Healthcare last year.