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Changes to DBS check requirements for MOT Testers

The required disclosure and barring service (DBS) basic checks for MOT testers will be changing from 8 January 2024. Currently you need a DBS check if you are a: New…

Annaluce CavalmorettiOctober 26, 2023

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ACCIDENT CREDIT GROUP LTD IS ON THE MOVE!

Accident Credit Group (ACG) Ltd, the leading funding partner for the accident repair and credit hire sectors, is excited to announce its new office move following a record year of…

Annaluce CavalmorettiOctober 26, 2023

Industry News VBRA

VBRA Meeting Highlights at DAF Training Headquarters

On 12 October, the VBRA held a general meeting at the heart of DAF Training headquarters. We gathered to address crucial aspects within the sector, including apprenticeships, haulage challenges, and…

Annaluce CavalmorettiOctober 20, 2023

Industry News MILS Guidance

MILS weekly legal advice: Abandoned Vehicles

“ I have had a vehicle on site for some time. I have done some diagnostic work and quoted for a repair. The owner was going to get back to…

Annaluce CavalmorettiOctober 20, 2023

Industry News VBRA

Clarifying our message about vehicles imported from Japan

We recently contacted you about the changes to the compliance requirements for vehicles imported from Japan. We would like to add some additional clarification for Japanese imported vehicles. Imported Japanese vehicles that…

Annaluce CavalmorettiOctober 19, 2023

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“REVOLUTIONISING RECRUITMENT: YOUR DRIVING FORCE FOR SUCCESS – EASY 2 RECRUIT OFFERS NBRA BODYSHOPS A GAME CHANGER SOLUTION

Calling UK Body Shop Garage Owners In the fast-paced world of the automotive industry, finding and retaining skilled technicians is a constant challenge. The skills gap looms like a dark…

Annaluce CavalmorettiOctober 19, 2023

Industry News MILS Guidance

MILS weekly legal advice: Supreme Court issues landmark decision on holiday pay calculations

Over 3,300 police officers and 364 civilian employees brought claims under the Employment Rights (Northern Ireland) Order 1996 (ERO) and the Working Time Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2016 relating to underpaid…

Annaluce CavalmorettiOctober 13, 2023

Industry News VBRA

Comparing pricing models: Utilities and the UK accident repair market

In the intricate world of pricing models, parallels can often be found in unexpected places. In this thought-provoking opinion piece, NBRA's board member Wayne Mason-Drust draws a fascinating comparison between…

Annaluce CavalmorettiOctober 13, 2023

Industry News VBRA

Clean Air Zone briefing note – Logistics UK October update

Logistics UK has updated its monthly members-only Clean Air Zone (CAZ) briefing note. The document covers Logistics UK’s policy position on urban air quality restrictions and contains information on all CAZs…

Annaluce CavalmorettiOctober 12, 2023

Industry News VBRA

Government Eases Regulations for Electric Vans

On October 10, 2023, the Government released its response to the 'Driving licence flexibility for alternatively-fuelled vehicles' consultation. The consultation aimed to support the transition of heavy alternative fuel vehicles…

Annaluce CavalmorettiOctober 12, 2023

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VBRA at the National Apprentice Fair in Bristol

Thomas Hudd, VBRA's national manager, recently attended the National Apprentice Fair in partnership with Scania in Bristol's held at Bristol's Ashton Gate on 27 September. The event offered attendees a…

Annaluce CavalmorettiOctober 11, 2023

Industry News MILS Guidance

MILS weekly legal advice: The Workers (Predictable Terms and Conditions) Act 2023: What Changes Can Employers Expect?

The Workers (Predictable Terms and Conditions) Act 2023 has recently received Royal Assent and is expected to come into force next year, most likely later in 2024. Despite the somewhat…

Annaluce CavalmorettiOctober 6, 2023

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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

Industry News Press Releases

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

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Changes to DBS check requirements for MOT Testers

ACCIDENT CREDIT GROUP LTD IS ON THE MOVE!

VBRA Meeting Highlights at DAF Training Headquarters

MILS weekly legal advice: Abandoned Vehicles

Clarifying our message about vehicles imported from Japan

“REVOLUTIONISING RECRUITMENT: YOUR DRIVING FORCE FOR SUCCESS – EASY 2 RECRUIT OFFERS NBRA BODYSHOPS A GAME CHANGER SOLUTION

MILS weekly legal advice: Supreme Court issues landmark decision on holiday pay calculations

Comparing pricing models: Utilities and the UK accident repair market

Clean Air Zone briefing note – Logistics UK October update

Government Eases Regulations for Electric Vans

VBRA at the National Apprentice Fair in Bristol

MILS weekly legal advice: The Workers (Predictable Terms and Conditions) Act 2023: What Changes Can Employers Expect?

The plan for drivers

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

Individual Vehicle Approval

MILS weekly legal advice: Business to Business contracts

ZEV Mandate: Government update

HGV walkaround checks information now available in 22 languages

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

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

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