Protection

Like a great many of us, I've been snowed in and without power - anyone would think I lived out in the wilds but no I am just a few miles from Henley on Thames.

Long term care is a difficult subject for advisers to bring up with clients. However, there are a number of solutions available for those looking to fund care provision

The group risk industry has warned that Government plans to fast-track a review of the UK retirement age could lead to significant problems and expense for providers and clients if not undertaken correctly.

Groupama Healthcare's new members' guide has been given the Plain English Campaign's Crystal Mark.

Progress from Royal Liver has made reductions across its Family Income Cover premiums.

Research from Scottish Widows has revealed that about 2.6 million sole traders in the UK are leaving their businesses vulnerable by not protecting the owner or key person.

Aviva has made a number of enhancements to its group risk products.

Protection expert Kevin Carr has set up Kevin Carr Consulting, which will provide consultancy, public relations, marketing and training services to the protection and wider financial services industry.

PruProtect appoints Paul Gyseman as director for claims and underwriting.

Adviser anger over FSA plans to change protection commission disclosure is building ahead of a consultation on the issue in March.