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Implementation of the Whiplash Reform Programme
21 April 2020
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Ministry of Justice
At a Glance
Issue Summary
This statement provides an update on the Whiplash Reform Programme.
Action Requested
The Government has decided to delay the implementation of the whiplash reform programme from August 2020 to April 2021 due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, allowing key sectors to focus on delivering their response to the outbreak and enabling the Government to deliver justice services during this time.
Key Facts
- The small claims track limit for road traffic accident related personal injury claims will increase to £5,000.
- A fixed tariff of damages for whiplash injuries and a ban on settling whiplash claims without medical reports are introduced.
- Implementation was initially planned for August 2020 but has been delayed to April 2021 due to the pandemic.
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