Post Office offers over 50s instant protection over the counter

From today for the first time ever, customers looking to buy a protection plan can do so over the counter at all 12,500 UK Post Office branches, removing the need to wait for an application to be processed and giving instant peace of mind.

At a time when every penny counts, it is even harder for people to plan for the future. However a simple plan like Post Office's Over 50s Life Cover can help ease your financial worries by offering a simple and affordable way to provide your family with a cash sum to help with funeral expenses.

Post Office head of protection, Duncan Caesar-Gordon said: "In a time of such uncertainty people need peace of mind more than ever, which is why we are now offering instant protection over the counter.

"Thinking about the future and 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."

The Post Office is committed to offering customers convenient and easy ways to buy insurance. It already offers an immediate over the counter service for travel insurance at more than 10,000 branches nationwide. Customers can also get quotes and buy car insurance policies at over 200 branches in the UK.

The Post Office Over 50s Life Cover is guaranteed for all UK residents aged between 50 and 80 with no medical questions or checks needed. Customers can choose how much cover they want with premiums start from as little as £7 a month. All new customers can currently claim a £20 cashback.

To find out more about Post Office Over 50s Life cover or any other Post Office insurance policy, visit postoffice.com