Support and criticism for Cigna move from unlikely sources
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Support and criticism for Cigna move from unlikely sources

Cigna New Zealand’s decision to sell income protection online has drawn criticism – and support – from unlikely sources.

Benn Bathgate
Thu, Mar 29th 2012 07:08AM
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