National Friendly launches full income protection proposition

The Bristol-based mutual has extended its portfolio with the launch of a full income protection product, alongside its recently launched Accident Only Income protection product, which includes no medical underwriting. Th mutual said the new IP product is aimed at providing protection in the event of illness and accidents, has a "common-sense" underwriting approach which will allow cover for well-controlled Type 2 diabetes, and will also offer opportunities for a straight-through application process, which it states is "unique to the market." The new policy has been designed for people...