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UK caught in gender blender

UK caught in the gender blender

As of 21 December 2012 the EU Gender Directive is in effect. What this means is insurers and other financial providers can't price their products based on gender any more.

Confused.com has compiled this comprehensive report on how the population looks at gender, how the gender lines are being blurred and what effect this is having on wider society, not just our financial products.

Want to have your say? Check out our related article, 'Does your female partner earn more than you?' and leave a comment.

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