Implementing a cash plan could be vital in cutting down employee absence rates, particularly in the education sector, Simplyhealth has said.

Over the last five years some local authorities have been restricting home care and increasing costs above inflation, leading to a widening postcode lottery in care costs, a Which? Investigation has revealed.

Over half of advisers (53%) have found the transition to the Retail Distribution Review (RDR) either smooth or very smooth, according to new research from Zurich.

Bupa has launched a new breast cancer network to provide customers with greater access to specialist care and fast treatment.

Symponia, the national professional body for care fees planning advisers, has extended its Preferred Partners network to property related firms.

The FCA has found evidence of life insurers having inducements in place that could influence advisers, ‘undermining the objectives of RDR', and is to consult on new guidance.

Stress levels among GPs have reached the highest peak since 1998, according to research commissioned by the Department of Health.

PruProtect has launched ‘Vitality Optimiser' on its PruProtect and Essentials Plan, offering new clients an upfront discount on protection premiums in a bid to reduce pricing ‘inequality'.

Society of Later Life Advisers (SOLLA) has taken a 'strategic decision' to accept all advisers who achieve the Later Life Adviser Accreditation [LLAA] as members.

New exhibition the Financial Services Expo has added protection and specialist lending-focused seminars to its two-day event.