March 28, 2026

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Integration begins as Eurolife absorbs Ethniki Insurance portfolio

Eurolife Limited has officially welcomed the customers of the former Ethniki Insurance (Cyprus) Ltd following the successful completion of a portfolio transfer that marks a significant expansion for the Bank of Cyprus group. “This important step confirms our commitment to offering excellent service, innovative solutions and security to every customer,” the company stated. “As the

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‘Have my penalty points pushed up my car insurance premiums?’

I was given three penalty points for speeding in November 2024.  I only remembered to tell my insurer when I had to raise another query. My yearly premium has now risen by 25%.  The insurer also told me that had I given my driving licence number when I took out the policy I may have

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9 money moves Which? experts say matter most in 2026

As 2025 draws to a close, it’s a good moment to check the basics that quietly protect your finances.  Insurance that no longer covers your needs, forgotten pensions and missing paperwork rarely cause trouble overnight, but they can cost you thousands if something goes wrong. We asked our Which? money experts what’s genuinely worth reviewing

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Health insurance: Do I really need a separate health cover at 18 if I’m covered under my parents’ policy?

I have just turned 18 and recently started my undergraduate studies. My parents have always covered me under their family health plan, but now that I am an adult, I keep hearing that it is important to have an individual health insurance policy of my own. I find this confusing because I am healthy, active,

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Allianz and Aviva drop Elbit Systems insurance after pro-Palestine protests

Insurance companies Allianz and Aviva have reportedly ended their coverage of Israeli arms manufacturer Elbit Systems, according to campaigners. Pro-Palestine activists said on Tuesday that the two insurers no longer provide policies to Elbit Systems following months of direct action and protests. The campaign was initially organised by the group Palestine Action in October 2024,

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‘No age limit’ travel insurance TV advert banned as misleading 

A travel insurance supplier has been sanctioned by the advertising watchdog for misleading customers by claiming ‘no age limit’ on policies.   A Staysure TV advert was banned by the Advertising Standards Authority after a consumer complained about only being offered cover for a limited number of days a year when they reached the age

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Full list of things not covered by Motability insurance – including interior damage

Motability Scheme insurance through Direct Line doesn’t cover everything, including interior damage, personal belongings and excess payments The Motability Scheme can sort out your insurance for you(Image: Getty Images) Motorists using the Motability Scheme could be hit with costs for replacing personal items or other additional charges they thought were covered by their insurance. The

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Importance & How It Works

What Is Subrogation? Subrogation describes the right of an insurer to seek damages from a third party that caused a loss. If someone is injured and files a claim, subrogation allows the insurance carrier to recover the amount it paid out for the loss. This reduces the risk for the insurer, allowing it to charge lower premiums.

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JAB Insurance to Enter UK Life and Pension Market With Acquisition of Utmost Group’s Life and Pensions Business

MIAMI, December 22, 2025–(BUSINESS WIRE)–JAB Insurance today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire from Utmost Group plc its Life and Pensions business (“ULP”), a UK life and pensions platform with more than £5 billion of assets under management and serving approximately 290,000 pensioners. ULP is focused on providing solutions in

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Life Insurance Collateral Assignment Explained

Key Takeaways A collateral assignment of life insurance allows a lender access to the policy’s death benefit if the borrower defaults or dies. This arrangement can prevent the lender from being named as a beneficiary, protecting other intended beneficiaries. Permanent life insurance policies with a cash value are preferred for collateral, while term policies may

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