Michael McGrath (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)
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There is a broader issue relating to the quarterly report and the implementation of the overall report. I acknowledge the work of the Minister of State and all the officials and stakeholders involved in the working group. I know the Minister of State is personally committed to this issue. That is evidenced by the work done to date. I hope we are beginning to see some impact.

My question relates to the issue of fraudulent or exaggerated claims. When I meet industry representatives privately they say it is a significant issue. They say we now have fraud tourism in Ireland and that people involved in insurance fraud come to Ireland and stage accidents. They say it is a significant problem. What specifically will be done to deal with the issue of fraudulent claims and exaggerated claims?