Press Releases
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The Independent Garage Association (IGA) acknowledges the Bank of England’s decision to maintain the Bank Rate at 5.25%.
Stuart James, CEO of the Independent Garage Association (IGA), remarked, “While we respect the Bank’s decision, we encourage them to consider the ramifications for small independent garage businesses. Changes in interest rates directly impact our members’ ability to invest in their businesses, hire staff, and grow their business.” We urge the Bank to remain vigilant […]
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IGA Applauds Prime Minister’s Initiative to Boost Apprenticeships
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) enthusiastically welcomes the recent announcement from the Prime Minister’s Office unveiling a comprehensive reform package aimed at strengthening small businesses across the UK. The IGA notes with satisfaction that concerns previously expressed to MP Robert Halfron, Minister for Skills, Apprenticeships, and Higher Education, have been addressed in the recent announcement […]
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Press Release: Independent Garage Sector Disappointed by Government’s Spring Budget Oversight
Stuart James, representing the Independent Garage Association (IGA), voices disappointment following the Spring Budget announcement by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt MP on Wednesday, 6 March 2024. James expressed, “The independent garage sector had hoped for strategic support from the Government in this critical year of change. Unfortunately, the Budget missed several opportunities to address key concerns. […]
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IGA Stresses Need for Automotive Sector Focus in Government Apprenticeship Levy Letter Response
In response to the letter sent by the Independent Garage Association to the Chancellor on January 19, 2024 regarding apprenticeships in the automotive industry, MP Robert Halfron, Minister for Skills, Apprenticeships, and Higher Education, addressed the concerns raised by the IGA. While appreciative of the response, the IGA emphasises the need for a more focused […]
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Independent Garage Association Calls for Government Action to Address Automotive Skills Crisis
In advance of the Spring Budget, the Independent Garage Association (IGA) has written to the Chancellor, emphasising the need for new entrants into the independent automotive sector. Stuart James, Chief Executive of the IGA, stated, “It is widely recognised that there is a shortfall of suitably skilled professionals within the automotive sector, and we have […]
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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 […]
