More IP providers add coronavirus exclusions

For new policies

Adam Saville
clock • 2 min read

The Exeter, Cirencester Friendly and Shepherds Friendly all add COVID-19 exclusions for new applications

The Exeter has announced that self-isolation claims for new income protection policy applications submitted on or after 16 March will not be considered. However claims on IP policies existing before 12pm on this date will be considered where self-isolation advice falls in line with current NHS 111 guidelines. It said any payment made will be outside of normal terms and conditions. Cirencester Friendly has confirmed all new applications requiring an eight week deferred period or less, will have a standard exclusion applied for any condition or disorder relating to coronavirus (COVID-19...

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