BARGAINS OF THE WEEK: FINANCE

DEAL OF THE WEEK

BUPA AND financial advisers Berry Birch & Noble have launched a critical illness policy which protects you from the financial blow of serious illness. The policy, for adults under 60, pays a lump sum if you are struck down. A quarter of the commission goes to the British Vascular Foundation, which researches vascular illness, linked to heart attacks and strokes. Minimum monthly premium, pounds 10. Five year renewable term. Free child cover. Call 0800 332000 from Monday.