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Whiplash Reform: Completion of the Lord Chancellor’s review of the Whiplash Injury Regulations 2021

22 May 2024

Proposing MP
Alex Chalk Con
Cheltenham
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Ministry of Justice
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses the completion of the Lord Chancellor's statutory review of the Whiplash Injury Regulations 2021.

Action Requested

I have completed my review and will lay a report outlining my conclusions in both Houses' libraries upon their return from the Whitsun recess, meeting my legal obligation by 31 May 2024.

Key Facts

  • The Lord Chancellor is required to set a tariff of damages for whiplash injuries under Part 1, Section 3 of the Civil Liability Act.
  • Section 4 mandates a review of regulations within three years of implementation.
  • The report will be laid in both Houses' libraries upon their return from Whitsun recess.
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