Task Force hopes ESA will increase IP sales

The Income Protection Task Force has hailed changes in the distribution of state benefits for those unable to work, saying it may increase income protection (IP) sales. Clive Waller, co-chair of the Task Force commented: "The additional publicity given to the size of state benefits will underline how little people have to live on if they are long-term disabled and have no disability insurance. If the industry uses this opportunity effectively, it can stimulate sales of IP." From 27 October the Incapacity Benefit system was replaced by Employment and Support Allowance consisting of two p...