Insurance and LTS industry launches COVID-19 support fund

The insurance and long-term savings industry has launched a COVID-19 support fund to provide relief to charities and community initiatives affected by the coronavirus pandemic. The COVID-19 support fund aims to raise £100m, with £82.5m already having been pledged. The fund will comprise voluntary contributions from firms across the sector, with the likes of Aviva, Zurich and AIG donating so far. It is in partnership with the Charities Aid Foundation, and a network of partners, including the National Emergencies Trust. It will aim to support community-based charities that are under ...