IGA News
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Minister Confirms MOT Fee Review Following IGA Campaign
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has welcomed confirmation from the Department for Transport (DfT) that it is reviewing the MOT test fee and will consult with stakeholders later this year. The announcement follows sustained engagement between the IGA and the Minister for Local Transport, Lilian Greenwood MP, highlighting the growing financial pressures on independent garages […]
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Ben gears up for second ‘Race Across Britain’ challenge in 2026 to raise vital funds
Automotive industry charity, Ben, is launching its second Race Across Britain challenge – the exhilarating, three-day racing challenge across the UK is back, inspired by BBC TV series, Race Across the World. Teams of two will take on a high-octane journey, navigating the route and relying on public transport, walking, cycling and their ability to […]
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Ben launches Equality, Diversity & Inclusion training for the automotive industry
Today, Ben is launching its new Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) training course which has been created for all employees across the automotive industry. The course covers the impact of EDI, strategies for recognising and addressing bias and how to champion diversity as a driving force for innovation and collaboration within organisations. This four-hour course […]
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IGA launches RMI Insurance Services to deliver exclusive motor trade cover
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has announced the launch of RMI Insurance Services, a new, wholly owned and independent insurance broker dedicated exclusively to the automotive sector. This new service has been designed to provide members with direct access to tailored motor trade insurance, removing the need for third-party brokers and ensuring cover is aligned […]
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Independent Garage Association strengthens industry support with £10,000 donation to Ben
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has reinforced its commitment to the automotive community by presenting a £10,000 donation to Ben, the automotive industry charity, during the 2025 British Independent Garage (BIG) Awards. Ben plays a vital role in supporting people who work in the automotive sector, providing free and confidential services that help address issues […]
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Ben strengthens ‘Work, health & wellbeing’ support amid job losses and skills shortages in the automotive industry
Automotive industry charity, Ben, is strengthening support for those facing job losses and redundancies, including raising awareness about coaching to help people with upskilling, job seeking, career changes and building confidence. With UK automotive production down nearly 12% in the first half of 2025 and suppliers announcing thousands of redundancies, Ben is raising awareness about […]
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Independent Garage Association Opens Dialogue with Keir Mather MP
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has written to Keir Mather MP, opening lines of communication and reinforcing the urgent issues facing independent garages as a result of the stagnant MOT fee. The IGA has a history of constructive engagement with government, including meetings held while Lilian Greenwood was in post, and is now seeking to […]
