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Harmonised IVA rules the banning of sidefacing seats
The National Limousine & Chauffeur Association are leading an action group against the proposed new harmonised IVA rules which would result in a ban on side facing seats on limousines. These rules would come in to force in either late 2010 or 2011 and would initially affect M1 class vehicles including limousines of up to eight passenger seats, but we feel eventually be applied to the larger vehicles M2 & M3 vehicles..
These proposals stem from Europe and do not take in to account the unique and very large industry that has built up in the UK for stretched limousines. Challenges and negotiation now may save the long term future of the limousine industry. If you are a serious player in the limousine industry you cannot afford to ignore the warning bells, support is needed to ward off probably the most serious threat to our industry to date.
Once again we have teamed up with Manchester Metropolitan University, Department of Mechanical Engineering in regards to testing & reports.
You can show your support by both e mailing legislation@nlca.co.uk and by committing to be an active member, an investment now in time, commitment and a small amount of money membership@nlca.co.uk to ensure that the Limousines industry is still alive and viable in two years time. |
AGM is February 10th 2010 in Bradford - full details click here
NLCA Newsletter - please log into your account to download
Warning to ALL MEMBERS and OPERATORS (click here)
Important news: Please log into your account to view the VOSA Consultation Paper which sets out the regulations being strongly considered which will deal with impounding illegal operators limousines.
You can now make a direct enquiry about hiring hire a limousine from an NLCA approved operator simply by selecting your county in the Hire a Limousines section on the left of any page - from the list of results you will see a Get a Quote link when you select that a simple form about your needs is immediately transmitted to that operator - no fees are taken by anyone - what you negotiate with your chosen limo operator is between you and that limousines company.
All we encourage you to do when you consider hiring a limousine we ask you to check to see if the company you are looking to supply the limo hire is running their vehicles legally. Unfortunately some operators are out there cutting corners on safety and legislation compliance.
The NLCA is here to to manage the process of helping those operators in the UK who want to operate safely and legally to do just that. We have a strong team of experienced members who are elected by the members of the NLCA as a whole - our aims are to support those interested in providing the customers of the Limousine Industry with a service that matches the high standards we require of any approved member.
You will only find NLCA approved operators on this website.
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Saturday, 14th February, 2009
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NLCA & VOSA and the Police and the DfT
Following today's meeting between the NLCA, VOSA, the Police & the DfT, we can report that significant progress has been made in achieving an accord on possible legislation governing the safe and legal operation of vehicles up to and including 8 passenger seats, and from 9 to 16 passenger seats.
Whilst details may not be discussed until proposals have been placed in front of the minister. We feel that we will soon be able to offer definitive and specific advice on both the current interpretation of the rules, and also major changes which will occur early in the new year affecting both up to 8 passenger, and 9 to 16 passenger limousines.
For guidance in the interim please contact either Bill Bowling or Danny Cawley
See News Page re:LIMOUSINES AND THE LAW
We would like to take this opportunity to welcome new and existing members to a new look organisation which is striving for excellence within the industry and setting new standards.
Our dedicated team of committee members are here to help, support and offer advice on limousines and chauffeur driven cars. The comradely is a pleasure to experience.
There are many benefits of joining this vibrant, thriving and professional organisation which cares about its members. Some of the benefits are listed on the members benefits page. These are constantly being upgraded as committee members strive to secure other fruitful offers.
We are sure when you join the NLCA you will not be disappointed. Our wealth of knowledge and years of experience within the industry is second to none and a great help in times of need.
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Joining the NLCA just got easier. You can now by card. Simply complete the Member Application form - send it in and John Flint will call you..
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