Brendan Smith (Cavan-Monaghan, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

As the Minister is well aware, the cost of insurance is a huge burden on customers, be they businesses, charities or sports clubs. People continue to face insurance premiums far in excess of what is justified or fair. According to the most recent figures from the Central Statistics Office, CSO, that I have seen, while premiums decreased in 2017, they have increased considerably, by more than 30%, since 2012. It is very important that the recommendations of the independent working group are implemented as soon as possible. Some have been acted upon but many of the key recommendations have not been legislated for or the relevant regulation provided for.

I hope the Minister will be able to indicate to us that additional measures will be implemented as soon as possible.

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