Government expects information-sharing system to be up with six months
Swiftcover.com is backing the government’s push to allow insurers to access information from the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA).
Robin Reames, claims director at swiftcover.com said: “Insurers need access to vital DVLA information, as part of a strict data protection agreement, to help disclose any discrepancies and therefore quote more accurately for that specific individual, whether the person has motor convictions or not.”
“We are fully behind [DVLA access] idea and would welcome any moves by the industry or Government to implement this and therefore help to bring premiums down for honest UK drivers,” Reames continued.
Appearing before the House of Commons transport select committee’s cost of motor insurance inquiry last week, roads minister Mike Penning said that he expected an information-sharing system to be up and running within the next six months.
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