The Independent Garage Association is calling upon the automotive industry to provide their insights on apprenticeship opportunities within the sector. The feedback gathered will be important in lobbying for increased support and resources from government agencies to promote apprentice recruitment and training within the Automotive sector. A skilled workforce is undeniably the lifeblood of any … [Read more...]
Government push back from new extended MoT deadline
The Independent Garage Association and Scottish Motor Trade Association conducted a meeting with the Department for Transport and Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency to discuss the current consultation on MOT frequency and enhancements. During the meeting, the DfT were asked why such a large and complex consultation covering 27 areas within the MOT test was published with only a six-week response … [Read more...]
Garages move to keep MoT test for safety reasons
The Independent Garage Association has written to Louise Haigh MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Transport, seeking support to oppose any changes to the current MOT structure. Stuart James, IGA Chief Executive said, “Our current MOT testing system ensures that the UK roads are amongst the safest in the world. The Department for Transport cites taking away a financial burden from motorists, … [Read more...]
Indies fight for lowering energy costs
The Independent Garage Association is launching a new service to help members assess and reduce their energy costs. The Workshop Utilities Healthcheck is an audit carried out at members premises to survey their energy output and highlight areas where money could be saved. Areas covered within the audit include equipment, heating, water, lighting, insulation and employee awareness, and the … [Read more...]
Reducing MoT tests is dangerous & false economy
The Independent Garage Association warned the Government that reducing the frequency of MOT tests to cut costs for households is a dangerous plan that would increase costs for motorists long-term. This follows headlines that Transport Secretary Grant Shapps suggested relaxing the frequency of MOTs to every two years, rather than one, to ease the cost of living crisis. Stuart James, IGA Chief … [Read more...]