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IGA: SERMI Scheme enrolment open

1 August 2023

Enrolment for the Security-related Repair Maintenance Information (SERMI) scheme being run by the IGA is now open. All UK Independent Operators (IO’s) and Remote Service… Read More

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IGA asks sector to take part in new apprenticeship survey

26 July 2023

The IGA is encouraging garages to take part in a new survey it has launched to gauge industry attitudes to apprenticeships, with a view to… Read More

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Strong start for SERMI scheme says IGA: “The key to the future”

11 July 2023

According to the IGA, a large number of garages have already to registered their interest in the Security-related Repair and Maintenance Information (SERMI) scheme, which… Read More

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IGA-run body to provide SERMI access

4 July 2023

The IGA is set to oversee a scheme that will enable garages and their staff that meet the requirements to access security-related repair and maintenance… Read More

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Opus IVS Technical Open Evenings

25 May 2023

Opus IVS recently ran a pair of Technical Open Evenings in collaboration with the IGA, held at the RMI Academy of Skills in Runcorn.The events… Read More

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“Hugely important” BER replacement consultation response made by IGA

17 May 2023

The consultation from the Consultation and Markets Authority (CMA) on the UK replacement for the Motor Vehicle Block Exemption Regulation (MV-BER) closed yesterday (Tuesday 16… Read More

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IGA unveils EV practical fault-finding course

3 May 2023

The IGA has launched a new one-day practical fault-finding course for EVs to its training offering.The course, backed-up by the Hybrid and Electric… Read More

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IGA offers Invoice Checker

3 April 2023

The IGA has begun offering a an Invoice Checker Service for its members, which helps garages to find the best utility deals in the market. Read More

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IGA responds to MOT Consultation

20 March 2023

The IGA has responded to the Department for Transport’s MOT Consultation, which has looked at making changes to test frequency, along with other changes.Commenting on… Read More

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IGA contacted by GSF on LKQ deal and upcoming sell-on

16 March 2023

Since news broke on the LKQ Corporation acquisition of GSF Car Parts parent Uni-Select late last month, the IGA has been contacted by GSF to… Read More