Protection

Network Openwork has acquired 930 self-employed MetLife protection advisers as part of a deal to distribute the life company's protection products.

Protection product provider and mutual British Friendly has appointed an independent financial adviser to its board.

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Professional Adviser asked Ryan Butcher, a 16-year-old on work experience and with dreams of working in journalism, to share his thoughts from a week (a Bank Holiday 'week', admittedly) on the PA reporting team...

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is seeking examples of occasions the industry suspects it may have applied its rules after the fact with the benefit of hindsight.

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Product provider Aegon has distanced itself from a view attributed to its head of marketing that advisers have been "disintermediated" and that its future lies in direct relationships with consumers.

Recently launched Family Building Society has linked with Chase de Vere and Key Retirement Solutions for later life planning referrals.

Insurer Zurich UK Life has recovered after taking a hit in its bond business last year, posting a 10% rise in operating profits in the first half of the year.

Only 13% of over 45s would consider seeking help from a financial adviser with their care funding, despite more than half stating they are confused by the subject, according to research.