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Issue 6 - 10th February 2023
Recruitment and Discrimination
“We are recruiting for a new technician. I have been through the applicants and there are two strong candidates. The most qualified candidate however has said in his application form that he suffered from depression in the past, but claimed it doesn’t affect his work at the moment. I don’t want to take the risk if he proves to be unreliable so I was going to choose the other candidate...
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10th February 2023
Government Update: Cabinet Reshuffle and New Departments
Number 10 has confirmed the creation of 4 new departments and their remits: A new Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, has been tasked with securing long-term energy supply, bringing down...
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10th February 2023
SAVE THE DATE for Driving Digital 2023!
Thursday 11 May 23 – Central Hall Westminster After last years SELL OUT Driving Digital, we’re delighted to confirm our Headline Speaker is Robert Forrester, CEO, Vertu Motors Plc. Always thought...
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10th February 2023
Deadline for Government's EVA subsidy approaching - ACT FAST
Calling all Single Site Franchised Dealers, time is running out to secure Government subsidy for your EVA Accreditation The EVA Accreditation scheme is the only...
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10th February 2023
EVS SHINE POSITIVE LIGHT FOR USED CAR MARKET
“Whilst 2022 experienced a decline in used car sales this as a result of a particularly strong 2021. Franchised dealers continue to see strong demand in the used car segment driven by a combination...
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10th February 2023
Auto Trader's Monthly Market Intelligence Report - January
Key highlights include: Consumer demand metrics in January surpassed most expectations, with site visits to Auto Trader increasing 14% over the prior year, providing cautious optimism for 2023....
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10th February 2023
MEMBERS IN THE NEWS
AM ONLINE Vertu Motors submits plans for new Macklin Motors Toyota dealership in Ayr Vertu Motors looks poised to expand its car retail footprint in Scotland with the development of a new-build...
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10th February 2023
JANUARY MARKS STRONG BEGINNING TO 2023 NEW CAR SALES
“We start 2023 with a positive outlook, new car sales in January have risen by 14.7% and have recorded the sixth consecutive month of growth, “ said Sue Robinson, Chief Executive of the National...
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10th February 2023
GROWTH IN JANUARY VAN REGISTRATIONS GIVES DEALERS CONFIDENCE
“Availability and supply of new vans and light commercials have been disappointing in the second half of 2022, therefore January’s registration figures being up 25.8% on this time last year was a...
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10th February 2023
DRIVE MY CAREER AND THE INDUSTRY GET TOGETHER TO CELEBRATE...
This week, for National Apprenticeship Week Drive My Career and its members have taken part in its fifth consecutive #DMCApprenticeTakeover campaign - – a social media campaign designed to celebrate...
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10th February 2023
A welcome note from Sue Robinson
Dear Colleagues, This week, we have seen SMMT figures for new car and van registrations in January, in addition to used car registration for 2022. The new car market has entered 2023 with strength...
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