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Amalgamating employee benefits across borders makes good financial sense for companies with branches in different countries, yet many firms that could benefit are still not aware of the advantages of the system, argues Jim O'Driscoll.

With sales of protection products continuing to struggle, the question is which brave innovator is going to lead the industry out of the shadows and into a more prosperous future? Peter Carvill reports.

It has been one year since the Association of British Insurers' new definitions on critical illness came into force, yet advisers and consumers are still missing out on what is seen as a difficult product, argues Iain Mallon.

The future of the NHS will be high on political party agendas as the UK approaches its next general election. Lucy Quinton explores how the public and private sectors could function in unison.

With the changes to NHS dental treatment now firmly in place, Pam Whelan explains how this is having a positive effect on private dental insurance plans.

Alan Marquis debates the issues surrounding the UK's current obesity problem and asks the question, does size really matter?

With employers placing greater emphasis on maintaining employee health and wellbeing, Steve Langan explains how the right advice is vital when introducing a comprehensive healthcare strategy.

PMI providers make it their business to know the latest medical advancements, but how can they effectively apply this knowledge to the wider world? Lucy Quinton reports on some growing trends.

Despite gloomy predictions of a market slowdown, Mark Jones believes there may be a positive future for firms that have the foresight to meet new challenges head on.

Coping with mental illness can be traumatic for the many people affected, however, an understanding insurance industry aware of customers' rights can offer much-needed support. Johanna Gornitzki reports.