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Number of critical illness claims paid increases for third consecutive year
According to Zurich's critical illness figures for 2008, there has been a six per cent rise in the total number of claims paid out compared to 2007. In-house data from Zurich shows that the number of critical illness claims paid has increased for the third consecutive year, with 746 claims paid in 2008, compared to 710 paid claims in 2007 and 702 claims paid in 2006. In 2008, Zurich declined nine per cent of claims, with 0.4 per cent declined ... [more]
A typical family could easily save over £2,350 each year in its insurance bill
With simple steps, a typical family can save over £2,350 each year on its insurance fees. Insurance is a vital part of everyday finances for us all, but there is no need to pay over the odds for it. Andy Leadbetter, managing director of insurance at moneysupermarket.com, said: "While insurance is essential for financial security and peace of mind, it is important Brits only opt for a level of cover relevant to their needs, and at the best ava... [more]
The Week Unzipped: Older employees 'face loss of perks' at work
PENSION reform remained at the top of the government's agenda last week with changes to the retirement age and tax regime.
Skandia pulls critical illness and multi-bond products
Skandia is to stop offering multi-bond and critical illnesses policies with effect from the end of September. Skandia says the move is part of a strategy to move away from its older style policies in order to prepare for the retail distribution review.
Fixed retirement age in Britain to be scrapped
LONDON, July 30 — Britain announced plans to scrap the fixed retirement age next year, saying it wanted to give people the chance to work beyond 65, but business leaders warned the move would create serious problems. Currently, employers can force staff to retire at the age of 65 regardless of their circumstances and without having to pay any ...
Britain Plans to Scrap Forced Retirement Age in 2011
The government says it wants to give people the chance to work beyond 65. But business leaders warned a sudden change would create serious problems.
UK plans to scrap fixed retirement at age 65
Britain announced plans to scrap the fixed retirement age next year, saying it wanted to give people the chance to work beyond 65, but business leaders warned the move would create serious problems.
UK announces plans to scrap fixed retirement age next year
Britain has announced plans to scrap the fixed retirement age next year
UK plans to scrap fixed retirement age by October 2011
The British government announced plans to scrap the fixed retirement age next year, saying it wanted to give people the chance to work for longer although business leaders said the move would create serious problems.
Emdeon Payment Integrity Solution Selected by HealthPlan Services
NASHVILLE, Tenn. July 29 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Emdeon Inc. (NYSE: EM), a leading provider of healthcare revenue and payment cycle management solutions, today announced that HealthPlan Services (HPS) has selected its Payment Integrity Fraud Prevention Solution to further enhance HPS' comprehensive payer services. HPS is the nation's largest independent provider of service and technology ...
U.K. plans to scrap fixed retirement at age 65
Britain announced plans to scrap the fixed retirement age next year, saying it wanted to give people the chance to work beyond 65.
New NICE Guideline Set To Encourage Healthcare Professionals To 'Think Delirium' And Take Steps To Prevent It
Individual care by a trained multidisciplinary team can help prevent delirium for those people identified at risk, according to new guidelines published yesterday (28 July). The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) also recommends health professionals should 'think delirium' whenever people are admitted to hospital or long-term care. This new clinical guideline describes ...
