Health insurance battle escalates as price hikes loom

The price of health insurance could soar if an expected influx of younger customers

before the introduction of new rules at the end of this month does not materialise,

health insurance analysts have warned.

New rules that come into force on May 1 will see higher charges apply to people who

are 35 or over when they first take out health insurance.

Health insurers are hoping for an influx of younger customers in ...