Insurer Aviva has vowed to drive up the number of products held by its customers following the integration of former rival Friends Life and launch of a direct to consumer service.

Private equity investment firm Thoma Bravo has announced its acquisition of iPipeline for an undisclosed sum.

Barrett's oesophagus is found in about 2% of the adult population and in 5% of persons with gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) writes Fergus Bescoby.

John Joe-McGinley says advisers should consider what he calls 'product placement' using strategic alliances to attract new clients.

Bupa's Alex Perry discusses the latest research and developments in its musculoskeletal care.

LifeQuote has launched a service to help borrowers who would otherwise dismiss protection as unaffordable due to cash flow pressures resulting from the Mortgage Market Review (MMR).

Medicash has announced a scheme aimed at making the UK ‘heart safe' backed by Royle Family actor Ricky Tomlinson.

Aviva has enhanced definitions for seven critical illness conditions and added a new additional benefit, to increase the number of claims paid.

Fiona Murphy discusses how the shock increase to insurance premium tax contained in the Summer Budget will affect private medical insurance policies

In recent months I've heard discussions about whether or not insurers should scrap this benefit, which is typically included on most life insurance policies, writes Kevin Carr.