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The plan for drivers

The Department for Transport released a comprehensive policy paper yesterday outlining their strategy for enhancing the driving experience. While the paper primarily focuses on critical aspects such as the implementation…

Annaluce CavalmorettiOctober 6, 2023

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Easy 2 Recruit Joins National Body Repair Association to help Solve the Skills Gap, by Offering Specialised Overseas Recruitment Solutions to their Members

Easy 2 Recruit, an innovative automotive recruitment agency, is delighted to announce its recent membership with the National Body Repair Association (NBRA). This strategic alliance underscores Easy 2 Recruit's commitment…

Annaluce CavalmorettiSeptember 29, 2023

Industry News VBRA

Individual Vehicle Approval

DVSA are making some changes to the compliance requirements for vehicles imported from Japan. Vehicles with more than 8 seats DVSA are unable to accept a Japanese Export Certificate as…

Annaluce CavalmorettiSeptember 29, 2023

Industry News MILS Guidance

MILS weekly legal advice: Business to Business contracts

“I regularly buy and sell vehicles from and to other businesses in England and Wales. I have been told that these are sold as seen and there are no liabilities…

Annaluce CavalmorettiSeptember 29, 2023

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ZEV Mandate: Government update

The UK government has just made some significant updates to its zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate. Smoothing of ZEV Van Targets: Starting from the upcoming year, the required percentage of…

Annaluce CavalmorettiSeptember 29, 2023

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HGV walkaround checks information now available in 22 languages

HGV drivers can now find essential walkaround check information in different languages. The 22 translations, which have been added to GOV.UK today (21 September), are designed to help with routine checks at…

Annaluce CavalmorettiSeptember 26, 2023

Industry News VBRA

Individual Vehicle Approval: Changes to the compliance requirements for Passenger Cars and Light Goods Vehicles

DVSA is making some changes to the compliance requirements for Passenger Cars and Light Goods Vehicles What are the changes? LED Headlamps Mass-produced vehicles will no longer be required to…

Annaluce CavalmorettiSeptember 26, 2023

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SYNETIQ becomes UK industry-first to complete IMI-accredited EV Dismantling training

SYNETIQ, an IAA company, becomes first UK vehicle recycler to complete EV dismantling training SYNETIQ continues to invest in its people to upskill and future-proof workforce SYNETIQ, an IAA company,…

Annaluce CavalmorettiSeptember 26, 2023

Industry News MILS Guidance

MILS weekly legal advice: The Qualifying Time Period for Unfair Dismissal: Practical Implications

The amount of ‘continuous employment’ needed to qualify for the right to not be unfairly dismissed has often been one of the first elements of employment law which an incoming…

Annaluce CavalmorettiSeptember 22, 2023

Industry News VBRA

VBRA AWARDS BRISTOL AMBULANCE FLEET ARC LIMITED WITH STRUCTURAL ELITE VAN STANDARD

VBRA Commercial is delighted to announce that Bristol Ambulance Fleet ARC has been awarded the VBRA Structural Elite Van Standard. The award was personally handed over during a visit by…

Annaluce CavalmorettiSeptember 22, 2023

Industry News Press Releases

NBRA EVALUATES THE UK PRIME MINISTER’S DELAY OF PETROL AND DIESEL BAN TO 2035

The National Body Repair Association (NBRA) expresses its concerns over the recent announcement by the UK Prime Minister to postpone the ban on new petrol and diesel vehicles from 2030…

Annaluce CavalmorettiSeptember 20, 2023

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NBRA ANNOUNCES GREENER BODYSHOP AWARDS 2023 WINNERS

The National Body Repair Association (NBRA) is pleased to announce the winners for the Greener Bodyshop winners held on 14 September at Alton Towers. Thomas Hudd, NBRA’s National Technical Manager,…

Annaluce CavalmorettiSeptember 15, 2023

Industry News MILS Guidance

MILS weekly legal advice: Recovering training costs from an apprentice

We receive funds towards training costs from the Apprenticeship Service (funded by the apprenticeship levy). Are there any specific rules that prevent an employer from recovering training costs from an…

Annaluce CavalmorettiSeptember 15, 2023

Industry News VBRA

Department for Transport announces funding to improve truck roadside facilities for lorry drivers

The Department for Transport has announced £8m in funding to help improve truck roadside facilities for lorry drivers. A total of 39 roadside facility operators will receive a share of…

Annaluce CavalmorettiSeptember 14, 2023

Industry News MILS Guidance

MILS weekly legal advice: Duty To Make Enquiries Of Disabled Job Applicant

Under the Equality Act 2010, where an employee has a disability, employers are under an obligation to make reasonable adjustments. It is important to note that this duty extends to…

Annaluce CavalmorettiSeptember 8, 2023

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NBRA Announces Sponsors for the Greener Bodyshop Awards 2023

The National Body Repair Association (NBRA) is pleased to announce the sponsors for this year’s Greener Bodyshop Awards. Headline Partners: • Axalta • ECA Business Energy • LV = General…

Annaluce CavalmorettiSeptember 8, 2023

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Unsafe bolts on BendPak XPR series two-post vehicle lift

Health and Safety Executive - Safety notice Target Audience: Users and suppliers of BendPak XPR series two-post vehicle lifts, motor vehicle repair and associated industries. Issue BendPak XPR series two-post…

Annaluce CavalmorettiSeptember 8, 2023

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Exclusive Member Offer – Blink

We are excited to be in an exclusive payment partnership with Blink. Masters of payment wizardry, Blink believe payments should be quick, easy and secure for all businesses. With multiple…

Annaluce CavalmorettiSeptember 8, 2023

Industry News MILS Guidance

MILS weekly legal advice: Redundancy Calculation

“We are in the process of making an employee redundant. What is the correct calculation date for a calculating a week’s pay for the purposes of redundancy pay? How is…

Annaluce CavalmorettiSeptember 1, 2023

Industry News VBRA

DVSA Memo 15

Memo No 15/23 Title Engine Malfunction Indicator Lamps Subject area Statutory Testing From Vehicle Testing and Roadworthiness Contact details Email VTR@dvsa.gov.uk To (Action required) Testing Staff Copy to (for information)…

Antony BarnesAugust 25, 2023

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VBRA AWARDS BRISTOL AMBULANCE FLEET ARC LIMITED WITH STRUCTURAL ELITE VAN STANDARD

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NBRA ANNOUNCES GREENER BODYSHOP AWARDS 2023 WINNERS

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