ABI revises criminal convictions guide
The guide has been updated in line with regulation and market practice.
The Association of British Insurers (ABI) has updated its guidance for insurers handling people with criminal convictions.
The guide has been revised to reflect changes to the law, regulatory requirements and insurer market practice.
The ABI has also taken account of the findings of charity Unlock in making its changes.
Mark Allen, manager of fraud and financial crime at the ABI, said: “Insurers want to be as financially inclusive as possible, and this guide will further help them treat those
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