Resolution has bought Axa's UK protection business as part of a deal for the whole of its Life organisation worth £2.75bn.

Chancellor George Osbourne has announced insurance premium tax (IPT) will rise.

LV= has announced improved flexibility and lower pricing for its mortgage and lifestyle protection product.

Google, the search engine giant, is to launch free training and support for IFAs to help them take advantage of online business opportunities.

This weekend is the final chance for you tell the protection and health insurance industry what you think of it.

Medicals Direct has announced its expansion into mainland Europe with the formation of two joint ventures.

Friends Provident has launched a new online seminar on Pension Contribution Protection Benefit (PCPB) to highlight how advisers can help clients protect their pension contributions in the event of illness or accidental injury.

Zurich is providing access to new online learning materials in a bid to help advisers studying for examinations for the up coming Retail Distribution Review (RDR).

Two thirds of small businesses believe the death of a key employee would have a severe impact on their business, yet few have key employee insurance, according to Scottish Provident.

Speculation is mounting that Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) will be increased in next week's Emergency Budget, with expectations that it could double to 10%.