ABI

The ABI has charged IFAs with misjudging the risk of depositors placing money in collapsed bank Kaupthing Singer & Friedlander Isle of Man (KSFIOM).

The ABI has appointed Friends Provident CEO, Trevor Matthews, and Brit Insurance CEO, Dane Douteil, to its board.

With the EU Gender Directive now UK law and more changes anticipated, Nick Starling explores the potential impact of anti-age discrimination legislation on health and protection insurance.

As the recession bites, sales of protection products may fall and claims may increase. Ann-Marie Dec and Jill Harvey ask if talking to customers is the solution.

The FOS reflects on outcomes of ABI guidance

Is past claims performance a guide to the future or will the FOS work on transparency be valuable to the industry? Gill Salton asks.

Advancements in the treatment of HIV and Aids has improved the prognosis of sufferers, driving insurers to be more inclusive in providing cover, explains Julie Hopkins.

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There are currently no suitable products available which truly reflect an individual's needs when they reach retirement, according to Aegon head of pension Rachel Vahey.

The Government's decision not to use the Pre-Budget Report to bring forward plans for auto-enrolment into workplace pension schemes has been branded as 'disappointing' by the ABI.