Friendly Societies

Originally published in 1933, this book was written to provide actuarial students with an introduction to the operations of friendly societies.

C. H. L. Brown (Author), J. A. G. Taylor (Author)

9781107426108, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 25 September 2014

110 pages
21.6 x 14 x 0.7 cm, 0.15 kg

Originally published in 1933, in partnership with the Institute of Actuaries Students' Society, this book was written to provide actuarial students with an introduction to the operations of friendly societies. The text is highly accessible, avoiding references to external sources in favour of a more interconnected account of the subject. A concise bibliography is also included. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the history of friendly societies.

1. Description of benefits
2. Types of societies
3. Legislation affecting registered friendly societies
4. Rules of registered friendly societies
5. Methods of submitting data for investigation of experience and for valuation
6. Experience and basis of valuation
7. Valuation
8. District funeral funds and special sickness benefits
9. The valuation report
10. Friendly societies since the advent of national health insurance
Bibliography.

Subject Areas: Economic theory & philosophy [KCA]