Press Releases
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Press Release: IGA offers members subsidised MOT training to upskill industry
“Due to the challenging times we are facing as a sector, the IGA feels it is appropriate to provide support to members and help them with the cost of upskilling their staff, as we enter the busy period for MOTs,” announced Stuart James, IGA Chief Executive. As of 1 November 2023, IGA will be offering […]
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Press Release: DVSA Announces New Annual Training Measures for MOT Testers
At the Independent Garage Association (IGA) member event (18 October 2023) in Runcorn, the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) announced new Annual Training measures for MOT testers who fail to complete their annual training within the annual training year. Currently, MOT testers failing to complete the year’s annual training are required to do a […]
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Press Release: IGA BIG Awards Raises £10,000 for Automotive Charity Ben
The automotive community came together in a show of support at the Independent Garage Association (IGA) BIG Awards 2023, raising £10,000 for the automotive charity Ben to help the charity continue to provide vital support to the automotive sector. Stuart James, IGA CEO, comments: “I want to extend my thanks to everyone who generously donated […]
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Press Release: Independent Garage Association (IGA) Celebrates BIG Awards 2023 Winners
Celebrating excellence in the independent garage sector, the BIG Awards 2023, hosted by the Independent Garage Association (IGA), was once again a huge success. This year’s award winners took home a share of a £50,000 prize pot, with each award winner receiving a £1,000 cash prize from the IGA. Stuart James, CEO of the Independent […]
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Press Release: Independent Garage Association Responds to I.C.E Ban Date Change
Following the government’s decision to extend the timeline for the ban on the sale of petrol and diesel cars from 2030 to 2035, the Independent Garage Association (IGA) is pleased to welcome the approach, allowing for much-needed time to address the challenges related to electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure and the affordability of EVs, particularly in […]
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Press Release: The Independent Garage Association Talks with Transport for London on the Impact of the ULEZ Expansion on Independent Garages
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) met with the Transport for London (TfL) on Tuesday 15th August 2023 to address concerns surrounding the upcoming expansion of the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ), scheduled to come into effect on August 29th 2023 affecting all London boroughs. The meeting aimed to discuss potential effects on independent garages operating […]
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Press Release: Independent Garage Association Announces Enrolment Opening for SERMI Scheme in the UK
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is pleased to announce the opening of enrolment for the Security-related Repair Maintenance Information (SERMI) scheme in the United Kingdom. All UK Independent Operators (IO’s) and Remote Service Suppliers (RSS) are invited to register for the scheme in anticipation of its full implementation on 1st October 2023. For years, the […]
