Published: Mon 4 Sep 2023

Direct Line to pay out £30mn in refunds after overcharging probe

UK personal lines giant Direct Line Group will pay £30mn to refund policyholders after admitting it failed to follow newly installed regulations and overcharged for home and motor policies.

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Published: Mon 4 Sep 2023

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Direct Line to pay out £30mn in refunds after overcharging probe

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