Protection and insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance provides a payout if you die during the policy term, helping to financially support dependants or repay outstanding commitments such as a mortgage. Cover can be arranged for a fixed term or for whole of life, depending on individual needs and circumstances. The amount of cover and policy length are usually based on factors such as income, outstanding debts, family needs, and future financial responsibilities. Policies can often be written in trust to help ensure benefits are paid to intended beneficiaries. Life insurance is designed to offer long-term financial reassurance, but it is important to review cover regularly as circumstances change.

Risk warning:
Cover is subject to underwriting and terms and conditions. Please refer to the policy documents for full details. As with all insurance policies, conditions and exclusions will apply.

Critical illness cover

Critical illness cover is designed to provide a lump sum payment if you are diagnosed with a specified serious illness covered by the policy. This payment can be used to support living costs, repay debts, or adapt your lifestyle during recovery. Cover varies between providers and policies, with each defining the conditions included and the severity required for a claim. It is important to understand what is and is not covered before taking out a policy. Critical illness cover can be arranged on its own or alongside life insurance, depending on individual needs.

Risk warning:
Cover is subject to underwriting and terms and conditions. Please refer to the policy documents for full details. As with all insurance policies, conditions and exclusions will apply.

Income protection

Income protection provides a regular income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury. Payments usually continue until you return to work, retire, or reach the end of the policy term, depending on the policy structure. Policies differ in waiting periods, benefit levels, and claim definitions. Affordability, occupation type, and employment status can all affect policy terms and premiums. Income protection is designed to support ongoing financial commitments when regular earnings are disrupted.

Risk warning:
Cover is subject to underwriting and terms and conditions. Please refer to the policy documents for full details. As with all insurance policies, conditions and exclusions will apply.

Family income benefit

Family income benefit provides a regular tax-free income to your family if you die during the policy term. Rather than a lump sum, payments are made monthly for the remainder of the policy term. This type of cover is often used to support ongoing household costs, childcare expenses, or general living costs. The level of cover and policy term are usually aligned with family needs and financial commitments. Family income benefit can complement life insurance as part of a broader protection arrangement.

Risk warning:
Cover is subject to underwriting and terms and conditions. Please refer to the policy documents for full details. As with all insurance policies, conditions and exclusions will apply.

Mortgage protection insurance

Mortgage protection insurance is designed to help protect mortgage repayments if you die, become critically ill, or are unable to work due to illness or injury, depending on the cover selected. Policies can be arranged to reduce in line with a repayment mortgage or remain level for interest-only borrowing. Cover should be aligned with the mortgage term and structure to ensure it remains suitable. Mortgage protection is intended to reduce financial pressure during difficult circumstances, but cover levels and policy features vary.

Risk warning:
Cover is subject to underwriting and terms and conditions. Please refer to the policy documents for full details. As with all insurance policies, conditions and exclusions will apply.

Buildings and contents insurance

Buildings and contents insurance protects your property and belongings against risks such as fire, flood, theft, and accidental damage, depending on the policy chosen. Buildings insurance covers the structure of the property, while contents insurance protects personal belongings. Mortgage lenders usually require buildings insurance to be in place from exchange of contracts. Policy cover levels, exclusions, and excesses vary, so it is important to ensure cover remains appropriate for the property and its contents.

Risk warning:
Cover is subject to underwriting and terms and conditions. Please refer to the policy documents for full details. As with all insurance policies, conditions and exclusions will apply.

Landlord insurance

Landlord insurance is designed for property owners who rent out residential property. It can cover the building, landlord contents, liability risks, and loss of rental income, depending on the policy selected. Cover can vary based on property type, tenant profile, and occupancy arrangements. Some policies may also include legal expenses or rent guarantee options. Landlords should review cover regularly to ensure it reflects the property, tenancy type, and ongoing responsibilities.

Risk warning:
Cover is subject to underwriting and terms and conditions. Please refer to the policy documents for full details. As with all insurance policies, conditions and exclusions will apply.