Simplyhealth

With medical inflation continuing to rise apace, Owain Thomas finds a viable and increasingly popular alternative that fits tighter purse strings

Simplyhealth has launched a new cash plan aimed at people aged 70 and over.

Almost half (46%) of companies now have an employee wellbeing strategy in place - up from 33% and 30% in 2009 and 2008 respectively.

With providers and the government taking a greater interest in health provision through the workplace, should IFAs become more active in the health and welfare of those individuals in their group business?

Adviser networks had half of the complaints against them referred to Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) upheld in the first six months of the year.

Over half of UK adults are worried they won't be able to afford to look after their health into old age, according to a new report.

Increasing concerns from employers about workplace wellbeing could see a growth in demand for group healthcare benefits, according to new research.

Under TCF regulations, advisers are required to look at their client's financial wellbeing and needs. With this in mind, what prominence should cash plans be given, and should they ever be at the forefront of a client's requirements.