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Extensive work carried out by the FSA, ABI and FOS shouldhelp restore confidence in reviewable rate products, as NickKirwan explains

The popularity of retiring to the sun and the marchof globalisation has created opportunities in theinternational PMI market. Peter Madigan reports

Standard Life Healthcare's new study into customercare reveals a need for more emphasis on the customerexperience as a whole. Claire Ginnelly explains

With risk equalisation likely to become a reality in the Irishhealthcare market, Peter Madigan looks at the how thebattle is shaping up for providers involved

Technology is playing an increasingly important role in theway IFAs conduct their business. David Child reports on theattitudes in the market

Debra Bradley assesses the impact of worldwide travel,smoking and cannabis use on respiratory diseases and theunderwriting of those conditions

The Financial Services Authority's treating custo mers fairlyinitiative has attracted much attention, but the way it isbeing addressed varies considerably. Mike Williams reports

As the number of overweight people in the UK continues to increase, Karen Anderson explains how underwriters view obesity and its related health risks

Children's critical illness made headlines last year after a sharp jump in claims. Peter Madigan explores this often overlooked area to see if the end is nigh for this 'free' benefit

What should young families consider when taking out private medical insurance? Johanna Gornitzki investigates