Paul Hudson of Cirencester friendly has given the FSA's judgement on Holloway plans the thumbs up but feels there is still more work to be done for the product.
British Friendly is launching an income protection plan designed for the intermediary market.
Income Protection specialist, dg Mutual, has paid out 99% of claims for the third year running, with over 50% of claims paid out within one week.
Foresters Friendly Society has entered an agreement with CS Healthcare, a specialist health insurance provider.
For the second year running Income Protection specialist, Dentists' and General Mutual (DG), paid over 99% of its Income Protection claims.
The Association of Friendly Societies (AFS) has voted to merge with the Association of Mutual Insurers (AMI).