Bridging the UK Protection Gap: Why Life Insurance Marketing Must Evolve in 2025

Life insurance is a critical part of financial protection, yet only a minority of UK adults hold it. With just 28% insured and 14% covered by private medical plans, there’s a stark protection gap. The FCA’s Financial Lives data reveals deeper issues: 26% of policyholders don’t fully grasp their policies, whilst many perceive protection as a product being sold rather than bought.