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IGA urges garages to stop discounting MOTs

16 April 2020 The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is campaigning against the practice of discounting MOTs to help garages recuperate costs from the loss of revenue throughout the coronavirus pandemic.

IGA provides guidance to appeal business rate relief for independent garages

03 April 2020 The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has released guidance for members on how they can appeal business rate relief from their local council.

IGA urges Government to provide independent garages business rates relief

30 March 2020 Today, the Independent Garage Association (IGA) wrote to Rt Hon Robert Jenrick MP, Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, urging him to provide independent garages business rates relief.

Extending MOTs will have a huge impact on independent garages, says IGA

26 March 2020 The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is raising concerns to the government about the huge impact of extending MOTs for six months.

IGA welcomes Chancellor’s support for small businesses in 2020 Budget

11 March 2020 The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is pleased by the changes being made to small business rates, as announced by the Chancellor in today’s 2020 budget.

Reminder: IGA 2020 Garage Labour Rate Survey

02 March 2020 The IGA is creating a new garage labour rate report to help you compare your prices to others both locally and nationally. Please complete this very short survey to help us compile accurate data.

Only one month left to complete your mandatory 2019/20 MOT Annual Training

02 March 2020 Testers will be suspended from testing if they do not complete their annual training, pass their annual assessment and ensure their results are recorded by March 31st. However, we still have last-minute training packages available – click here to book.

Covid-19 Coronavirus - Workplace Guidance

02 March 2020 With the number of coronavirus cases on the rise, the RMI legal team provide the latest guidance on issues that could occur within the workplace, such as what to do if any employee is put in quarantine or worried about coming to work.

IGA Member Events 2020 – Coming to a town near you!

02 March 2020 Come and meet the IGA and DVSA this month at Essington and Durham to keep your garage ahead of the game, learn about upcoming legislation and save your business money. Plus, secure your seats at any of our upcoming events throughout the year.

Be Aware - March 2020

02 March 2020 This month’s legal update discusses whether it’s safe for technicians to work on their own, what to do if you are part exchanged a stolen car, and if you can continue disciplinary proceedings after an employee has resigned.

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