Underwriting service on the move

Axa has launched a roving underwriter service in a bid to help advisers explain the underwriting process to their clients. The provider, which launched the service after demand from IFAs for more education on underwriting issues, will send staff around the country to visit key Axa accounts. Axa believes the service is unique and innovative and said it would offer advice on guideline changes originating from the Financial Services Authority, technical medical queries, business protection and financial underwriting. Mike Taylor, chief underwriter for protection at Axa, said: "This is an...