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Motor Insurance

16 October 2024

Proposing MP
Sheffield Heeley
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Transport

At a Glance

Issue Summary

Louise Haigh is addressing rising motor insurance premiums in the UK, which have increased at higher rates compared to other economies.

Action Requested

Haigh announces the co-chairing of a new cross-Government Taskforce on motor insurance with the Economic Secretary to the Treasury. The taskforce will identify factors contributing to premium increases and develop short-term and long-term actions to stabilise or reduce costs while maintaining appropriate cover levels.

Key Facts

  • Motor insurance premiums have risen at higher rates in the UK than other comparable economies.
  • The Taskforce includes ministers from several departments, FCA, CMA, industry representatives, consumer champions and relevant groups.
  • Specific focus on ethnic minorities, low-income earners, elderly, and young drivers.
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