IGA Bulletin

Download the Garage Guide to Recruiting an Apprentice here!

31 October 2019 The IGA has published a new garage guide providing straightforward guidance on apprentice funding, recruiting and retention to help you to make sense of the recent changes to the apprentice system.

IGA Member Events – Final 2019 Dates and Mechanex Sandown Park

31 October 2019 Don’t miss your last chance to see our 2019 presentation featuring vital industry news and updates that affect your garage. Plus, watch our seminar on protecting your MOT licence at Mechanex Sandown Park later this month.

MOT Update – November 2019

31 October 2019 The DVSA has announced that they are introducing DBS checks for MOT station owners, must be told immediately if a member of testing staff receives a criminal conviction, and are applying a more rigorous application of rules for motorcycle MOT standards.

2019/20 MOT Annual Training Update - November 2019

31 October 2019 Testers who do not complete their annual training by March 31st will be automatically suspended from testing, facing a reapproval time of up to 6 weeks. Ensure your testers have the support and knowledge they need to pass with an RMI training package.

New FCA rules: Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SM&CR)

31 October 2019 The Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) new SM&CR regime comes into force on December 9th. If you sell or advise on credit or finance, find out all the information you need about the new rules here.

New IGA Member Offer: Autologic DrivePRO Equipment Rental

31 October 2019 The multi-function diagnostics platform DrivePRO is now available to rent with no long-term commitment or contractual fees, exclusively for IGA members. Find out more here!

Be Aware - November 2019

31 October 2019 November’s legal update discusses new updates on improper behaviour under the Employments Right Act, the notice required before lay-offs or short-time working, distance selling and criminal motoring offences you may come across as a garage business.

Autodata Technical Issue 31 – Difficulty operating gear lever on 2008 MINI Cooper

31 October 2019 This month, the Autodata Technical team find a solution for a gear stick on a manual Mini Cooper that’s difficult to operate and struggles to get into reverse.

Health & Safety Alert: Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS)

31 October 2019 Are you managing the risks of Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome at your garage? HSE has updated their work regulation guidance on this serious but preventable health condition, so make sure you are aware of your legal duties as an employer.

Major factors affecting the independent sector: Changes in car buying habits

31 October 2019 The eighth instalment in this series explores the changes in driver demographic and car buying habits are affecting the aftermarket sector.

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