In times of economic uncertainty, there is arguably no better time to protect ourselves against the unforeseen impact of illness or injury on our ability to earn a living. Yet, whilst overall sales of income protection insurance increased in 20221, they have not reached the same heights as other forms of insurance, especially considering the current increase in demand for health insurance.

For many UK workers, recent months can be summed up in one word – challenging. The final quarter of 2022 was marked by inflation increases, rising interest rates, political turmoil, and a drop in mortgage approvals. In this article Steve Bryan looks at the new relationship between protection and mortgage advice.