Aegon has launched a tele-claims service allowing customers to file all of their details with the insurer without filling in a single form, which it says could halve the time it takes to pay out on claims.

Zurich is launching a guide on large case underwriting to help advisers manage "daunting" sums assured.

Axa has grabbed six out of 12 industry awards nominations for its contribution to the protection sector.

Scottish Provident has completed the biggest overhaul in the pricing of its income protection rates for several years.

Zurich is launching a campaign to help advisers perform financial fitness tests on customers.

Nearly a third of consumers believe the economy will worsen in 2010, research by the Association of British Insurers (ABI) suggests.

Axa is set to enhance its critical illness (CI) cover following a product review and consultation with advisers.