Richard Burgon MP, Labour’s Shadow Justice Secretary, commenting on the announcement that the Government will change the way compensation pay-outs are calculated, said:

“This proposal by the Government must be scrutinised very closely.

“Accident victims with serious injuries must receive the compensation they deserve to live their lives to the fullest and there will be real concerns that such victims are set to lose out.

“The Government claims that this move could see motorists benefit from lower car insurance premiums. Ministers must ensure any savings to the motor insurance industry that result from these proposals are passed on to hard-pressed motorists rather than lining the pockets of executives.“