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09/01/2024
Looking to the long haul: How can the sector maintain the surge in private health insurance sales?
This year, the NHS has celebrated its 75th anniversary. But amidst the celebrations, a backdrop of record-high waiting lists and continued difficulty in accessing primary care services is leading more consumers to consider private healthcare alternatives.
13/09/2023
Why is consumer behaviour so different when it comes to income protection?
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.
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21/11/2023
Unlocking the hidden value: The importance of value-added benefits
In a world where uncertainty is a constant companion, insurance cover offers a reassuring safety net for individuals and families alike, but that’s not all they offer. In our latest Health & Financial Fears research, we surveyed 2,000 UK workers and found that a surprising 40% were unaware of any additional benefits available with their policy.
15/11/2023
Q&A with Jamie Page, Head of Protection Distribution at The Exeter
The Exeter’s 2023 Health & Financial Fears Report shows that UK workers are facing some significant concerns around their income in 2023. How does this match with what The Exeter is seeing in the market?
31/10/2023
Can health insurance be affordable and offer value?
We surveyed 2,000 working adults in the UK on their health and financial fears over the last 12 months and found the top health concerns stem from news about NHS waiting times for treatment and delays in speaking to a GP.
06/10/2023
Communication is key when addressing consumer perceptions of income protection
For financial services professionals like you and me, we understand the products we work with and know the value they bring to clients. But our research shows that there is still a lack of consumer awareness of the need for and role of protection insurance.
24/02/2023
44% of consumers without health insurance use savings to pay for treatment
It’s widely publicised that NHS waiting lists continue to rise. The latest figures show that over seven million people in England are waiting for treatment, and 6% have been waiting for over a year. This has been one of the reasons for an increase in uptake of health insurance, but what about those people who don’t have health insurance? Find out more in this article.
05/09/2022
Health and wealth challenges of the UK population – our latest research
Across the UK, many people are experiencing health and financial challenges like never before.
To better understand these concerns, we surveyed 2,000 employed and 2,000 self-employed adults during a period of record NHS waiting times and increased living costs. In this article Jamie Page, Head of Protection Distribution, takes a deeper dive into our findings and highlights some key statistics he thinks you need to know.
