Interview

As one of the organisers of the new Seven Families initiative, Roy McLoughlin's mission statement is clear: he wants to raise the profile of income protection. He tells Paul Robertson about IPTF's plans to get the word out.

Perhaps more often thought of as a protection provider, Exeter Family Friendly is a major player in the PMI market with serious growth plans. Paul Robertson discusses the changing market with Mike O'Brien.

Clunky underwriting processes may be a thing of the past as new technology is applied. Paul Robertson speaks to Martin Werth about his UnderwriteMe system.

Westfield Health's Paul Shires talks to Paul Robertson and makes the case for more adviser engagement with the health products market.

Ellipse is about to bring the issue of service to the adviser into the forefront of the group protection industry. John Ritchie explains all to Paul Robertson.

Paul Robertson talks to Peter Le Beau of the IPTF's plans for a multi-disciplinary approach to IP in 2014.

Since the coalition came to power in 2010, Steve Webb has been charged with the task of implementing auto-enrolment (AE). Helen Morrissey spoke to the pensions minister about the first year of AE and further challenges.

Regular COVER columnist Richard Walsh reveals a colourful past in Whitehall as an NHS reformer and his views on the future of the protection market.

Smaller IFAs can reap the benefits of public relations. Linda Winder tells Paul Robertson how.

Thinking of implementing a social media strategy? Paul Robertson asks John Barnes for a few pointers.