Critical Illness

The new managing director of Bright Grey and Scottish Provident has admitted the provider has "taken its eyes off the ball" with underwriting speeds.

Aviva has extended cover on its critical illness (CI) policies with benefits for additional conditions, ABI+ definitions and child cover.

Ageas Protect has promised to support customers whose applications cannot be placed on risk immediately before the introduction of gender neutral pricing.

PROTECTION WATCH

The Financial Services Authority (FSA) has blocked acquisition activity by a financial adviser, questioning her reputation and citing her lack of honesty and integrity.

PROTECTION

Insurer Aviva's core protection products are to be made available to Tesco Bank customers after the companies agreed a five-year deal.

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