Representatives from the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) met with the BVRLA last week to discuss and compare complaint trends identified by both organisations.
Designed to develop the knowledge, skills and capabilities of staff working in the vehicle rental and leasing sectors, the BVRLA’s online instructor-led courses continue to receive positive comments from members.
The BVRLA has published its annual complaints report which shows a decrease in the volume of complaints being raised with the association’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Service during 2020.
The BVRLA has launched a new online, instructor-led training course to support those working in a customer facing role or dealing with complaints in a regulated business.
The new guide for commercial vehicles over 3.5 tonnes and minibuses up to 17 seats is being published this week and members can now pre-order printed or digital copies.
Members are reminded to contact the association's ADR service for advice when needed and to always promote the service to customers when issuing a final decision following a dispute.
The BVRLA is urging members to familiarise themselves with the Competition and Markets Authority guidance relating to customer contracts, cancellations and refunds during the Covid crisis.
The BVRLA Alternative Dispute Resolution service has been praised by the Chartered Trading Standards Institute following a review carried out on 4 February.
The BVRLA has held quarterly meetings with the Financial Ombudsman Service during 2019, reviewing trends in complaints and discussing any areas of concern raised by members.
As 2019 ends, the 2020 schedule for member audits is well under way. For members who have not had a visit this year, expect to hear from BVRLA’s Compliance Team shortly with details of your 2020 visit.