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Who has legally challenged Firstport on insurance premiums?

Brian White is challenging FirstPort's insurance costs, alleging that the capital value of his daughter's residential block was unreasonably increased due to the inclusion of VAT. The Tribunal is due to hear the case January 2024.

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Who has legally challenged Firstport on insurance premiums?

Brian White is challenging FirstPort's insurance costs, alleging that the capital value of his daughter's residential block was unreasonably increased due to the inclusion of VAT. The Tribunal is due to hear the case January 2024.

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