LV= reintroduces face-to-face medical screenings

The move follows the introduction of new safety protocols which will include social distancing, the use of PPE, single-use equipment and conducting examinations in private gardens where possible.

LV= reintroduces face-to-face medical screenings

Protection specialist LV= is to re-introduce face-to-face medical examinations in partnership with Square Health.

The move follows the introduction of new safety protocols which will include social distancing, the use of PPE, single-use equipment and conducting examinations in private gardens where possible.

Staff will receive training on the new safety measures and COVID-19 risk assessments taken before customers can book an appointment.

Underwriters at LV= will continue to review all new personal and business protection cases to assess if a physical examination is absolutely necessary.

Debbie Kennedy, protection director at LV=, said: “In challenging times like these, LV= is constantly reviewing safety measures and adapting our processes so that advisers, their clients and our members can always get the best value.

"With the help of Square Health, we are looking to reduce the strain on public health services, whilst ensuring that our customers get the right level of cover in an efficient but safe way.”