Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland update In England, dealerships were allowed to reopen on 1 June, in Northern Ireland they could return to business on 8 June, but in the other countries of the UK the situation is different. Scotland Dealerships in Scotland are currently closed. The Cabinet Secretary for Economy Fiona Hyslop MSP confirmed in a letter to NFDA that click & collect services are currently permitted, provided collection...
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READ MORETo replace the physical regional meetings, NFDA is holding video calls for members of each region. We will be discussing COVID-19 related matters, but we will also look at other topical issues...
READ MORERedundancy is regrettably an issue which affects many businesses, particularly in the wake of the current pandemic. Whilst redundancy is never an easy option, it can in a number of situations mean...
READ MOREThe RAC has published new research outlining driver attitudes toward MOT tests during the pandemic. Please find a brief summary below. Key findings Just one-in-10 drivers (14%) surveyed say they will...
READ MOREConsidering that motorcycle dealerships remained closed in May and taking into account all the pandemic related challenges, motorcycles and particularly scooter sales have shown clear signs of...
READ MOREAs the UK gradually exits the lockdown and the Government announces relevant measures affecting automotive retailers, NFDA will continue to provide timely updates and sector-specific guidance....
READ MORE‘We must normalise socially distanced car showrooms’, says Devonshire Motors boss - AM Devonshire Motors owner Nathan Tomlinson believes the car retail sector must move quickly to “normalise”...
READ MOREThe exquisite five star Grove Hotel, Chandler's Cross, Hertfordshire, will play host to the prestigious NFDA Spring Ball on Saturday 25 April 2020.