Aegon reports 11% increase in protection sales

Meanwhile, platform assets hit £13.4 billion following net inflows of £1.9 billion, Aegon said. Stephen Crosbie, protection director at Aegon, said: "It's very encouraging to see an 11% increase in sales for the year, especially against a backdrop of challenging market conditions. "Protection is a core element of our overall business and we've worked hard to invest in our proposition and speed up our application process as well as including practical and emotional support through the Health Assured service. "We're looking to continue the momentum this year, identifying further area...