Simon Harris: Flood cover levy would be 'like letting the insurance industry off the hook'

Minister Simon Harris says he is not in favour of introducing a levy on home insurance policies to help deal with the flooding crisis.

Simon Harris: Flood cover levy would be 'like letting the insurance industry off the hook'

Minister Simon Harris says he is not in favour of introducing a levy on home insurance policies to help deal with the flooding crisis.

The UK model is one of a number of options being considered by the Government, as Britain has a £10 annual levy on each household’s insurance premium.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Subscribe to access all of the Irish Examiner.

Annual €130 €80

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

More in this section

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited