The Post Office has announced that customers over the age of 50 will now be able to buy life insurance over the counter at all 12,500 UK Post Office branches.
The Post Office offers already offers a wide and varied range of products and services, including travel insurance, however this is the first time it has sold life cover in this way.
Called Over-50s Life Cover, the new package will provide instant protection from the moment it is bought and UK residents between the ages of 50 and 80 will not be required to undergo any medical checks.
Post Office head of protection, Duncan Caesar-Gordon said: "In a time of such uncertainty people need peace of mind which is why we are now offering instant protection over the counter. Thinking about how a family will cope should the unexpected happen is an extra worry, but a simple plan can ease those worries of those concerned about passing on funeral costs and debts ."
Post Office offers life insurance to over 50s over the counter
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Post Office offers life insurance to over 50s over the counter
Thu, 04 Dec 2008
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