IGA News
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IGA Calls for Urgent Review of MOT Fee Cap
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has written to Transport Secretary, Louise Haigh MP to highlight the significant financial strain caused by the stagnant MOT fee cap, which has remained unchanged for over 14 years. This issue has been aggravated by rising inflation and additional burdens introduced in recent budgets. Stuart James, Chief Executive Officer of […]
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IGA Urges Government to Support Independent Garages Ahead of Autumn Budget
Ahead of tomorrow’s Autumn Budget, the Independent Garage Association (IGA) has written to Chancellor Rachel Reeves MP, the Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds, and the Transport Minister Louise Haigh, calling on the Government to address the urgent needs of the UK’s independent garage sector. “The Autumn Budget presents an important opportunity to relieve the cost pressures […]
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Tell Us How the Employment Rights Bill Will Affect Your Garage’s Business
The Labour government plans to implement major changes to employment law, as outlined in the King’s Speech and detailed in the recent Employment Rights Bill (ERB). Jon Douglass, Director of IGA, stated: “These changes could present significant new challenges for employers, including independent garages. During this consultation period, the IGA is committed to ensuring the […]
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Urgent Advisory: Beware of Fraudulent Claims from Individuals Targeting Independent Garages
Urgent Advisory: Beware of Fraudulent Claims from Individuals Targeting Independent Garages Dear IGA Members, We are writing to inform you about a troubling trend many have previously encountered, which is now resurfacing, with recent reports from garage owners in the South East. Several opportunistic criminals are currently targeting independent garages, attempting to extort money through […]
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Latest Department of Transport Statistics Show Increased Car Usage Providing Growth Opportunities for Independent Garages
19th August 2024 The Independent Garage Association (IGA) responds to the latest official statistics on daily domestic transport usage by mode, released by the Department of Transport. The data, which compares current transport usage to pre-COVID-19 levels, reveals a significant trend: car usage has not only returned to but has surpassed pre-pandemic levels, while public […]
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IGA Announces TV Personality Mark Durden-Smith as Host for BIG Awards 2024
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is thrilled to announce that the esteemed TV personality Mark Durden-Smith will be hosting the highly anticipated BIG Awards 2024. The event is scheduled for September 20, 2024, at the prestigious Hilton Birmingham Metropole, The NEC Birmingham. This year’s awards ceremony is poised to be a night to remember, uniting […]
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Join the IGA at The Aftermarket Event!
The Independent Garage Association will be supporting and attending the all-new Aftermarket Event 2024. The IGA team will be available on stand A51 and will also be taking part in the Aftermarket seminar programme in the Top Garage theatre. This brand-new two-day live event dedicated to the UK Independent Garage and Bodyshop sector will translate […]
