Removal of references to SECCI by 30 May 2021
New Brexit regulations implemented in 2020 required lenders to remove all references made to Standard European Consumer Credit Information (SECCI) in their documentation by 30 May 2021.
FLA Lending Code changes aim to raise professional standards
Today the Finance & Leasing Association (FLA) has agreed a new provision within its Lending Code that aims to raise professional standards.
Update on Covid-19 support for customers
The FCA has issued several versions of temporary guidance over the course of the pandemic requiring lenders to provide support for customers who are in financial difficulty as a result of the pandemic.
DVLA staff to take strike action in April
The Public and Commercial Services (PCS) union has planned strike action for DVLA staff between 6th and 9th April.
Government plug-in grants reduced to £2,500
The Government’s plug-in car grant scheme available for electric cars, vans and trucks has been updated to target less expensive electric vehicles.
SAF Expert training material and test updated
Today we have published changes to the SAF Expert training material and test.
SAF Approved extension until 30 April 2021
Due to Covid-19 restrictions requiring forecourts to remain closed until 12 April in England we have further extended SAF Approved certification to ensure that every firm that is SAF Approved will remain so until at least 30 April.
Electric Vehicle Approved scheme gains momentum
With news last year that the sale of new petrol and diesel cars and vans will come to an end by 2030 there has been continued uptake of the National Franchised Dealers Association’s (NFDA) Electric Vehicle Approved (EVA) scheme.
FCA publishes vulnerable customers guidance
Today the FCA released new guidance on the fair treatment of vulnerable customers - an important area for dealer staff given their role in identifying and assisting vulnerable customers through the car buying journey.
New FCA commission and disclosure rules come into force
Today the FCA's new rules on commission and disclosure come into force.