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By 1 October, all UK employers must be compliant with current age discrimination regulations. Jim O'Driscoll explains why this is the perfect time to get in line with some expert advice

Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver that comes in three main types and, worryingly, has no known cure. Lisa McLenahan investigates the implications of this disease

Trusts and their role in reducing Inheritance Tax on insurance benefits have come under the spotlight following recent Government changes to the rules. Kirstie Redford investigates

Cancer treatments are increasingly successful in managing the disease on a long-term basis. However, funding these drugs is becoming ever more expensive, writes Dr Gary Bolger

When the FSA announced it was to consult on over-70s regulation last month, much of the industry felt such a move was long overdue. Johanna Gornitzki reports

Current conditions in the housing market suggest it is the perfect time for borrowers to take out mortgage protection, yet sales remain slow. Edward Murray looks at the reasons for this malaise

A spectrum disorder with varied symptoms and no clinically agreed criteria for classifying its severity - just how do you go about underwriting autism? Kevin Edwards investigates

While the dust may still be settling after A-Day, it is clear the life market has been rejuvenated by the introduction of pension term assurance, writes Andy Milburn

Nick Kirwan, chairman of the newly-formed Association of British Insurers Protection Committee, explains how product development will help IP receive the profile it deserves

Sound financial advice can be crucial for couples remarrying and looking to update their life cover, particularly if there are dependent children involved. Georgina Kenyon investigates