Press Releases

The Independent Garage Association (IGA) congratulates the over one million students who received their GCSE and vocational qualification results today. This achievement marks a pivotal moment in their educational journeys, opening doors to a variety of pathways, including A levels, apprenticeships, vocational-technical qualifications (VTQs), and the expanding T Levels. We commend the government’s efforts to […]

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 […]

We are excited to announce a significant development for the BIG Awards 2024. The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has extended their support to the British Independent Garage of the Year (BIG) Awards, emphasising the importance of excellence and innovation in the independent automotive sector. “At DVSA we’re really happy to be supporting the […]

“Today’s announcement from the Bank of England cutting the interest rate from 5.25% to 5% is positive news for our members at the Independent Garage Association and the sector as a whole. This rate cut may help reduce borrowing costs and improve cash flow for independent garage owners, potentially making it easier for them to invest in […]

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 […]

The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has responded to today’s King’s Speech. The speech outlined the government’s legislative programme, focusing on security, fairness, and opportunity for all, with measures to boost economic growth, improve corporate governance, and enhance employment rights. Stuart James, CEO of the Independent Garage Association, said: “We welcome the government’s focus on economic […]

The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is thrilled to announce exciting news for the British Independent Garage (BIG) Awards 2024. In line with last year’s awards, Stuart James, the IGA’s Chief Executive, has officially revealed today that each category winner will, once again, receive a Cash Prize of £1,000 from the IGA as a gesture to […]