The government is proposing to make it illegal to discriminate against older people, which would ban insurers using age to judge risk unless they have "solid evidence" it would make a difference.
Insurers may also have to help customers find an alternative provider if they can not provide cover. Plans announced by the Equalities Office will make it unlawful to unfairly discriminate against someone because of their age when providing goods and services. Specific exceptions will allow companies to continue to offer beneficial services to certain age groups, for example free bus travel for over-60s or holidays aimed at people aged 30 and under. The Equalities Office said: "Providers of financial services, such as insurance companies, will still be allowed to use age when asses...
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