Ulick Burke (Fine Gael)

It is important that we ask the Data Protection Commissioner to investigate this matter thoroughly and have a full examination on why it is stated that as a result of these investigations, the costs of this insurance company have been dramatically reduced. There allegedly have been bonus payments to members of the legal profession who were acting on the company's behalf and made settlements on the third party's doorstep rather than through the courts or the PIAB. It is a disgrace if these events are occurring. It is one issue that many people are benefiting from lower insurance premia but if the company in question is conducting matters as alleged there will be serious consequences for the insurance industry. I hope the matter will be investigated thoroughly and as quickly as possible to allay the fears of the many people who are genuinely and severely injured as a result of road accidents.