Rob Flello MP hosts Recovery sector meeting and calls for a new ‘Recovery Standard’

Rob said: ‘I am proud to have chaired the first meeting of its kind where representatives from across the recovery sector have come together to debate the introduction of a new Recovery Standard. This meeting has shown that the recovery industry can come together and while there is still a considerable amount of work yet to do on a proposed Recovery Standard, this meeting has shown that the industry is willing to speak with one voice.’

The meeting was called to discuss various ideas such as the existing PAS43 standard used by much of the industry, the proposed ‘R’ Licence, and other similar suggestions.

Rob continued: ‘I believe the implementation of a Recovery Standard will give the sector the same level of demonstrable professionalism that the CORGI mark, now Gas Safe, gave the plumbing industry.’

The details of the Recovery Standard are still being formed, but it will be based on PAS43 and should be seen as an evolution rather than a wholesale replacement. The standard will oblige operators to operate a level of best practice which will make vehicle recovery safer for the operator and the customer.

For too long the recovery sector hasn’t gained the recognition it deserves for acting as the fourth emergency service. The formation of a Recovery Standard gives the industry the chance to highlight its professionalism and dedication to public service.

The APPG invites Recovery stakeholders to contribute to the ongoing consultation regarding the Recovery Standard and representations are invited to the APPG by either emailing: sam.hargreaves@parliament.uk or by post to Rob Flello MP, House of Commons, London, SW1A 0AA