Talk to our dedicated PPI team – they make the process personal, simple and fair.
Payment Protection Insurance was a policy designed to cover payments on your borrowings, if you are unable to work due to accident, sickness, unemployment or death.
Since around January 2000 Allied Irish Bank (GB) only offered Payment Protection Insurance (PPI) with Credit cards however while the bank may only have limited information we are happy to check any other accounts records we have to determine if PPI was arranged with any of your accounts.
You must allow 8 weeks (40 business days) for your PPI check to be completed before making a complaint ahead of the deadline i.e. 29 August 2019.
The easiest way to ask about PPI is to call our dedicated team on 0345 450 7935* or write to us at the address below or, email us on custcare.ppi@aib.ie giving us the information we set out below. We will respond to all enquiries as quickly as possible.
You can complain directly to us about the possible mis-selling of PPI and avoid paying a Claims Management Company (CMC). CMCs may charge a fee which can be 30% or more of any amount awarded if the complaint is successful.
We investigate complaints sent directly to us in exactly the same way as complaints sent by a CMC, so although you may choose to there is no need to use their services.
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If you’ve had PPI with us and would like to make a complaint about the possible mis-selling of the policy the easiest way is to call our dedicated team on 0345 450 7935* or write to us at the address below or, email us on custcare.ppi@aib.ie giving us the information we set out below. You can also fill out the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) PPI Complaint Form by clicking the link below and posting it to us at the following address or leave the completed questionnaire into your nearest branch.
Don’t worry if you cannot remember or don’t know any of these details, simply let our team member know or mark this on the form.
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We acknowledge receipt of your complaint by letter within 5 working days – if the complaint has been raised through a complaints management company (CMC) we send the acknowledgment to them. |
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We gather all background information about your complaint; this may include a phone call to you if we need more information – remember, calls from us will appear as unknown or withheld numbers; we will always say we’re ringing from PPI Team located in Allied Irish Bank (GB) and will always leave a voicemail (if available) if there is no answer. |
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A mis-selling decision is made based on all evidence available to us. We automatically assess any rejected complaint for undisclosed high level of commission earned by us from the sale of the PPI policy (commonly known as the Plevin issue) if applicable. |
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If we reject your complaint for both mis-selling and undisclosed high level of commission we will send a letter to you or the CMC within 56 days to tell you about our decision.
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If we uphold your complaint for either mis-selling or undisclosed high level of commission, we will pay the refund directly to your Allied Irish Bank (GB) account or, if you no longer bank with us, we’ll send a payments letter to you, or the CMC, along with a cheque; we aim to do this within 28 days from receipt of your signed acceptance. |
In August 2017 the FCA introduced new rules that mean customers can complain that the Bank earned a high level of commission from the sale of the PPI but didn’t make this clear when it was sold. This is commonly known as the Plevin issue.
If you’ve already complained about PPI and had a refund of some or all of the money you’ve paid for PPI, your complaint about commission we earned is likely to be rejected. This is because there is no remaining loss that you need to be compensated for, and you don’t need to complain again.
Allied Irish Bank (GB) has written to customers who had a previously rejected complaint that fell within the new FCA rules, however if you feel that you have been affected by this ruling and have not received a letter please call our dedicated team on 0345 450 7935*.
We want to make sure everyone can access the products and services we offer. For more information on additional support we offer please visit the Accessibility & Disability section of our website.
If you feel you need some extra support or have any specific needs call us on 0345 450 7935* or Text Relay 18001 0345 6005 925*.
Claims management companies may charge a fee which can be 30% or more of any amount awarded if the complaint is successful.
We investigate complaints sent directly to us in exactly the same way as complaints sent by a CMC, so although you may choose to there is no need to use their services.
No, your PPI complaint will be assessed separately to any other element of your relationship with us. Enquiring or making a complaint about PPI will not affect your credit score either.
We always want to be able to resolve any concerns you raise with us. We expect to reply to enquiries as quickly as possible and expect to respond to your complaint within 56 days. If you have not received a Final Response Letter within this time, you have the right to refer your case to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
The FCA has published details of the timescales for the handling of complaints relating to PPI, these are available on the FCA website here.
The quickest way to get an update is for you to call us on 0345 450 7935*. Lines are open 9am-5pm Monday-Friday except bank holidays. Call charges may vary – refer to your service provider.
Please have your complaint reference number handy when you contact us.
After receiving our decision if you remain dissatisfied you have the right to refer your complaint to:
You can telephone them on 0300 123 9123 or visit www.financial-ombudsman.org.uk for further information.
The Financial Ombudsman Service is a free, independent service which helps resolve disputes between financial businesses and their customers, in a fair and impartial way. They deal with complaints about a wide range of financial issues, including PPI.
You will still be able to complain to the Financial Ombudsman Service after the 29 August 2019 deadline if:
We will work with the Financial Ombudsman Service and provide them with all of the relevant information to allow them to complete their investigation. We will also liaise directly with the Financial Ombudsman Service to deal with complaints as quickly as we can.
From October 2013, tax laws changed and HM Revenue & Customers (HMRC) requirements means we must deduct income tax at the basic rate (currently 20%) from any interest paid. HMRC treat the additional payment which relates to the 8% compensatory interest as taxable income.
If we deduct more tax than you have to pay you may be able to reclaim some or all of the tax deducted from HMRC, however if you pay tax at rates higher than the basic rate any additional tax due on this should be discussed with your tax office.
For more information or help on PPI tax advice please call the HMRC tax helpline on 0300 200 3300.
The following websites provide information relating to PPI:
Financial Conduct Authority
Financial Ombudsman Service
Money Advice Service
Money Saving Expert
Avoid PPI fraud scams – check out information on the FCA website here.
*Lines open 9am-5pm Monday-Friday except bank holidays. Call charges may vary – refer to your service provider.
