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Be Aware Special - New Advertising Scam Identified by IGA
Scammers have been selling advertising space to independent garages and are attempting to take thousands of pounds from their accounts when paying over the phone. Read about the warning signs to look out for and how to protect your business here.
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GDPR update: IGA support and GDPR myths debunked
Your GDPR preparations should now be well underway, and the IGA is offering extra support if you need it. We have also listed the simple facts in response to the most common myths surrounding GDPR compliance.
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Member Events - February 2018
Our 2018 Member Event line up is here! Click here to find your nearest event and secure your seats - spaces are limited.
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Time is running out! Only 2 months left to complete your compulsory MOT annual training
If you or your testers haven’t completed your 2017/18 annual training yet, time is running out. Book a training package now to avoid disciplinary consequences and losing your tester status.
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New rules for companies taking payment by credit and debit cards
New legislation has come into force banning all surcharges for customers paying via debit or credit card, so if you are currently charging you must stop with immediate effect.
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MOT Update - February 2018
Common sense prevails! The DfT announce a vehicle's first MOT will remain at 3 years. Plus, Special Notice 01-18 has been released and DVSA issue a statement on testing class 5 vehicles.
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What’s on at the RMI Academies - February 2018
Keep on top of your MOT, technical and annual training in 2018 with your local RMI Academy of Automotive Skills.
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Supporting employees who are also carers
1 in 8 people in the UK are currently combining paid work with unpaid caring responsibilities. Ben explains the demands placed on carers who work, explains your responsibilities as an employers, and lists ways you can support an employee who is a carer.
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Be Aware - February 2018
Whistleblowing, holiday pay, new ASA rules on selling ex-fleet vehicles, and suing employees for breaches of contract are all covered in the first legal update of the year.
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Autodata Technical issue 11 - Rattling noise from engine in 2009 Audi A3
This issue of Autodata Technical fixes an Audi A3 that has a rattling noise coming from the top of it's engine, with no fault codes present.
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Ben launches new mental health training programme exclusively for the automotive industry
Ben has launched a new mental health training programme in response to increased demand for help with mental health challenges, that provides practical skills, tools and advice to managers and employees.
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Is the world ready for fully autonomous cars?
Allianz explores the challenges and opportunities that the UK infrastructure and legislation is facing in order to welcome fully autonomous vehicles onto our roads.
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