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In February, the Society of Later Life Advisers (SOLLA) held their first conference called ‘The Value of Advice.' Joint chair Tish Hanifan talks to Fiona Murphy about long term care advice and the impact of the forthcoming care cap

A recent FSA consultation gave a reprieve to the mutual sector from a possibly fatal course of action. Gareth Evans explains.

The Frost/Black review addressing long-term sickness absence can help drive UK growth, but SMEs are core, says John Letizia.

Ever more insurers are partnering with big-box retailers to develop new markets for life and health insurance in the US. Amy Friedman reveals how the concept works.

With the economy showing little sign of an upturn and spare money thin on the ground, cost-effective cash plans are the most sought-after employee benefit. Nicola Culley examines this rapidly growing market and ponders its longevity

What do a professional couple with a young family and a retired tycoon have in common? They can both use a whole of life product for a variety of needs. Jennifer Gilchrist explains.

If commission was abolished for protection plans, what would be the result? Would the customer benefit? Perhaps not, finds Alan Lakey.

Mental health is now the biggest cause of claim in group risk markets. Katharine Moxham outlines the scale of the problem.

Britain's changing demographic make-up is removing the traditional protection trigger points - and adding new ones. Mark Jones explains.

A Japanese insurer is reaping the rewards of embracing the technological revolution, writes Greg Goodfliesh.