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Protection product sales in Q2 2017 rose by 4.9% on the previous quarter, reaching £147.1 million, the highest level in five years, according to analysis from Equifax Touchstone.

The government has consulted on reforms to make it clearer who is eligible for Funeral Payments, which it says will make it easier for people to claim.

DC Life, the medical screening arm of the Doctors Chambers group, has rebranded and will now be part of the Square Health brand.

Allianz Worldwide Care has changed its name to Allianz Partners, and its international health and life insurance products and services are now being promoted under the 'Allianz Care' product brand.

Steve Gates has joined Bupa UK as director of dental insurance and cash plan.

Holloway Friendly has launched an online underwriting process allowing protection advisers to write short term income protection business 'in minutes.'

Provider contribution idea welcomed

Cost to economy is up to £99bn

VitalityHealth had launched an Adviser Hub platform, offering 24/7 access and a range of developments for advisers.

British Friendly has hired Andy Parker as claims and underwriting director and Debbie Bonser as senior national account manager.