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Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) claimants will be limited to one year of benefit payments for those expected to prepare to return to work, the Chancellor George Osborne has announced.

The Government is to bring in a single credit for those out of work, for whatever reason.

The government spending review is not a short term fix but a long-term restructuring of the nation's economy, according to a senior Conservative MP.

Research from National Friendly has revealed the severity of the escalating long term care issue, with most people unaware of their options.

Trade body Group Risk Development (Grid) is to submit a last minute submission to the Government in an attempt to get insurers and employers an exemption from retirement age legislation pertaining to protection products.

The British Insurance Brokers' Association (BIBA) has produced legal guidance to help brokers manage potential risks surrounding the use of social media.

Private health insurer WPA's Worldwide Assistance service, which provides global medical assistance, is now to be operated by third party supplier, CEGA Group Services.

The Finance & Technology Research Centre (F&TRC)Protection Forum is looking for feedback on a draft Good Practice statement for business retention systems.

Legal & General has enhanced its business protection proposition in a bid for share of the business protection gap.

Bupa is to sell its UK protection and risk business, Bupa Health Assurance Ltd (BHA), to Resolution for approximately £165.15m.