Half death claims made for those under 55

It noted that the average age of claimant was 56 and that it paid out almost £42m in benefits to bereaved families. Scottish Provident said the data served as a reminder for adults of all ages to look after their financial responsibilities throughout the whole of their lives. The figures show that nearly one in five claims paid out (18%) were for policyholders aged just 44 or under, with a further third (32%) aged between 45 and 54 years old. In total during 2011 the provider paid out £41,863,503 in life cover claims with the average claim being £84,744. Jennifer Gilchrist, seni...