The Dáil is set to pass a motion calling for a taskforce to investigate the rising cost of motor insurance.

The motion has been tabled by Fianna Fáil, and is not likely to be opposed by the government when a vote is called this lunchtime.

However, the Minister for Finance Michael Noonan, denies the government has been sitting idly by.

He says several government departments are doing their bit to try and manage the rising costs: