UK

Coming soon to a small screen near you, homesurance. Or that is the theory, says Greg Becker, who explores its growing success in Asia.

As providers increasingly look to partial payments on critical illness policies, Phil Jeynes warns advisers to be careful in their comparisons.

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At a time of increased competition, it is vital to consider new income streams. Andy Seale explains what intermediaries need to think of when starting out in international private medical insurance.

With the launch of the simple products steering group, what should be the focus for its protection element? Is there a hesitation about actually designing products that are simple?

Even if purse strings are tight, Paul Walsh says insurance providers need to take control of protection to regain consumer confidence.

As the spotlight focuses on long-term care, Greg Becker asks if the French can offer a funding solution apart from immediate needs annuities.

The global nature of international PMI means providers have to be on top of their game and get the claims process right first time, every time. Tim Mutton delves into the detail.

Want an example of how not to do things? Owain Thomas finds the UK term assurance market's approach is being avoided worldwide.