§ Mr. Bruce-Gardyneasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry on what dates his Department received applications from insurance companies for increases in motor insurance premia; when each of these applications has been approved or rejected; and what action he has taken to ensure that these applications are processed within the due time laid down by law.
§ Sir G. HoweEighteen applications have been received at various dates. Seven of these have already been dealt with, in each case within the time limits which apply to comparable applications from other sectors under the Price and Pay Code. None has so far been rejected, but in three cases the increase applied for has been significantly reduced.