UK Insurance News

It seems that many of us have a memory block when filling out insurance proposal forms, as a review by AXA claims that one in fourteen applicants give false information about lifestyle and previous medical conditions when applying for cover.
Alcohol intake and smoking habits are often scaled down when the proposal form appears, but things [...]

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A scheme that aims to support employers and employees in managing absences from work caused by illness, accident or injury, has been launched by the international insurance firm Crawford & Company.
The new healthcare network provides a range of integrated healthcare and wellbeing products, enabling clients to access over 300 qualified doctors and other specialists, along [...]

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UK insurers are angry at new legislation passed by the Scottish Parliament, allowing people harmed by asbestos the right to claim compensation.
A House Of Lords ruling in England only last year ruled that people harmed by asbestos could only claim compensation if the exposure had resulted in a physical problem.
Many who have been exposed to [...]

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Research by accountancy firm Deloittes conducted by YouGov has shown a worrying trend amongst consumers in the insurance market, with many expecting to make cuts in insurance cover during the coming months.
Inflation and the downturn in the UK economy are forcing consumers to make unwelcome choices as to where they spend their hard earned cash and [...]

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A private medical insurance policy aimed at under 18’s has been launched by AXA, the groups first healthcare product aimed at children.
The plan will pay for private hospital treatment if no NHS treatment is available within six weeks of diagnosis. It will also cover consultant’s fees and follow up consultations and out patient treatment, provided that [...]

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