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What’s on at the RMI Academies – February 2021

29 January 2021 The RMI Academies are open and offering COVID-Secure training across the country for garages in urgent need of training, with extensive social distancing and hygiene measures in place. Find out more about our wide range of courses here.

MOT Update – February 2021

29 January 2021 Get the latest information on the 10-year tyre ban and revised defect categorisation for roadside checks coming into force today (1 February), as well as the DVSA’s new app to log into the MTS, and MOT Inspection Manual updates.

Join the IGA in supporting the future experts of the automotive industry

29 January 2021 Discover how to become an Ambassador of the School of Thought project, which educates and encourages the next generation to start a career in the automotive industry, tackling both youth unemployment and the skills shortage in our sector.

Ben launches fast-track access to digital mental health platform

29 January 2021 Automotive charity, Ben, has launched fast-track access to its free digital mental and wellbeing platform, offering immediate support to those in need.

Reminder: New IGA & ALLDATA Repair Joint Membership Offer

29 January 2021 Save money while getting all the benefits of IGA membership alongside direct access to OEM maintenance, diagnostic and repair information with this new and exclusive membership combination.

Rising risks during recessionary periods

29 January 2021 Stuart Daws, Head Of Loss Control Engineering at Allianz, explains how times of recession can cause different business threats to emerge, leading to a greater need for risk management.

Member Service Spotlight – IGA Website Members Area

29 January 2021 The IGA Members Area provides a wealth of information, from past HR documents and Garage Guides, to Digital Service Records and marketing resources. Are you making the most of this valuable member benefit? Click here to find out.

National Apprenticeship Week 2021

29 January 2021 The week of 8 to 14 February 2021 is the 14th annual National Apprenticeship Week across England; a time to recognise and celebrate the success of thousands of apprentices across the country. Find out how to get involved or find your own apprentice here.

Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (furlough) update – February 2021

29 January 2021 The furlough scheme has been extended again to 30th April – click here for all the latest information, including how to make a claim for January.

88% of independent garages offer vulnerable MOT customers pick up service

15 January 2021 A survey carried out by the Independent Garage Association (IGA) has revealed that 88% of independent garages are currently offering an MOT collection and delivery service for clinically extremely vulnerable and self-isolating people.

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