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Ensure transparency for whiplash reform savings assessment and publish insurer submissions

Recommendation
We note the requirement in the Civil Liability Act 2018 for HM Treasury to report to Parliament in the 2024–25 financial year on the extent to which savings have been passed on to policyholders. Whilst we acknowledge that many factors may impact on the cost of motor insurance premiums, it is vital that the direct effect of the whiplash reforms is properly assessed. We recommend that the Government ensures this process is as transparent as possible, including publication of the submissions made by insurers. Given the whiplash reforms are still bedding in, and the large number of cases still awaiting settlement, we further recommend that the Government conduct a follow-up assessment one year after the publication of its planned review. (Paragraph 50) 20 Whiplash reform and the Official njury Claim Service
Government Response

A response document is linked to this report, dated 29 November 2023. Response attribution to this recommendation has not been verified. Read the response document.

Addressee Bodies
Ministry of Justice
Timeline
Recommendation age 3.0 yrs
Report published 20 Sep 2023