IGA CHAIR DEMONSTRATES PERSEVERANCE FOR BEN FOLLOWING STAGE 4 CANCER TREATMENT
IGA 07/05/2025
In a remarkable display of resilience and dedication, Rob Collison, Chairman of the Independent Garage Association (IGA), has completed a gruelling Sahara Desert trek in support of the automotive industry charity, BEN. This extraordinary achievement comes in the wake of his personal battle with stage 4 cancer, a journey that has inspired many within and beyond the automotive community.
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IGA OPPOSES BIENNIAL MOT TESTING IN NORTHERN IRELAND
IGA 16/04/2025
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has formally submitted its response to the Department of Infrastructure's (DfI) 2025 consultation regarding the proposed introduction of biennial MOT testing (4-2-2) in Northern Ireland.
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Jon Culshaw Announced as Host of the 2025 British Independent Garage of the Year Awards
IGA 15/04/2025
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is delighted to announce that Jon Culshaw will host this year’s British Independent Garage of the Year Awards (BIG Awards) – a flagship event dedicated to highlighting success across the independent garage sector.
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IGA URGES GOVERNMENT ACTION AS FINANCIAL PRESSURES MOUNT ON INDEPENDENT GARAGES
IGA 07/04/2025
Despite repeated calls for targeted support, independent garages once again find themselves overlooked at a time when rising costs continue to escalate across the sector.
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THE INDEPENDENT GARAGE ASSOCATION RESPONDS TO THE CHANCELLOR’S SPRING STATEMENT
IGA 27/03/2025
Stuart James, Chief Executive of the Independent Garage Association (IGA), comments on the Spring Statement delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, noting any impact on the independent garage sector across the UK.
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TICKETS NOW ON SALE FOR THE BIG AWARDS 2025 - DON'T MISS THE INDUSTRY'S BIGGEST NIGHT!
IGA 07/03/2025
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is thrilled to announce that tickets for the British Independent Garage (BIG) Awards 2025 are now available.
This year’s highly anticipated event will take place at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole on Friday, 12 September 2025. As the premier awards ceremony for the independent garage sector, the BIG Awards offer an evening dedicated to recognising and celebrating outstanding achievements across the industry.
Tickets are available for just £90 + VAT per person, making it the perfect opportunity to reward your team with an unforgettable night out while networking with some of the best in the business.
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The IGA seeks industry input ahead of crucial meeting
IGA 26/02/2025
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is calling on independent garage owners and operators to provide critical input ahead of a key meeting regarding the long-standing MOT fee freeze and the financial impact of the recent Autumn Budget.
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The IGA is stepping up to advocate for independent garage owners amid rising costs
IGA 26/02/2025
In a world where independent garages are feeling the pinch from a new round of costs, the Independent Garage Association (IGA) is stepping up to advocate for these dedicated business owners.
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IGA INVITED TO MEETING BY THE FUTURE OF ROADS MINISTER LILIAN GREENWOOD MP, TO DISCUSS IMPACT OF MOT FEE CAP
IGA 05/02/2025
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is pleased to announce they have been invited to a meeting by The Future of Roads Minister Lilian Greenwood MP, to discuss the critical financial challenges posed by the stagnant MOT fee cap, which has not seen an increase in over 14 years.
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