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SMMT and Ben team up to drive apprenticeships
- 23/11/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Britain’s automotive industry has introduced a new pilot scheme to helps fund driving lessons for new apprentices in the sector. Drive to Thrive has been launched by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders Charitable Trust Fund in partnership with automotive charity Ben, Apprentices taking part in Drive [...] -
Ben turns lens on suicide prevention
- 20/11/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Categories: Featured, News
With men more than three times as likely to take their own lives than women, automotive charity Ben has released a short film directly addressing the issue. Released in line with International Men’s Day, the theme of which this year is ‘zero male suicide’, the eight-minute video aims to raise awareness around [...] -
Ben unveils new five-year plan
- 16/11/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Automotive charity Ben has unveiled a new five-year strategic plan to provide even greater support for the industry. Ben has experienced a significant increase in service demand since 2018, managing over 300% more enquiries through its confidential helpline and supporting over 200% more individuals through its [...] -
Bangers4Ben racing towards £50k
- 19/10/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
The Bangers4Ben rally has so far raised more than £47,500 for the automotive charity Ben. The rally took place at the start of the month, following a three-day ‘Viking-themed’ tour through the east of England. Among those taking part were Messe Frankfurt UK, organisers of UK Garage and Bodyshop Event [...] -
Ben unveils Race Across Britain challenge
- 06/10/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Automotive charity Ben is building on the success of the ‘Race Across the World’ television programme by introducing a new fundraising challenge – Race Across Britain. Supported by LKQ Euro Car Parts, Ben is challenging automotive industry people to pair up with colleagues and take on this new three-day race [...] -
IGA raises £10,000 for Ben
- 26/09/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) helped to raise more than £10,000 for automotive charity Ben at its Big Awards 2023. The Awards night, which celebrated the garages, suppliers and industry stars of the last year, was held at Leicester City’s King Power Stadium last week. Stuart James, IGA CEO, said: [...] -
Ben launches suicide prevention campaign
- 05/09/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Categories: Featured, News
Automotive charity Ben has launched a month-long campaign around suicide prevention. As part of the initiative it has introduced additional support and services to its website, while also providing further online training, information, advice and guidance for individuals at risk of suicide and for employers and [...] -
Deadline looms for Benathlon entries
- 30/08/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Time is running out to enter and take part in the September Benathlon Challenge, which aims to raise valuable funds for the automotive charity. Ben is challenging the industry to commit 30 minutes a day to exercise throughout September, whether that is a brisk walk, a jog, cycling or even yoga. In addition, the [...] -
Demand increases for Ben support
- 03/08/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Demand for support from Ben has risen sharply in the second quarter of 2023. It reported a 23% year-on-year increase in enquiries and a 20% increase in support cases, with people not only struggling to make ends meet, but also with their mental health. As the cost-of-living crisis continues to grip the UK, Ben [...] -
Tickets selling fast for Ben Ball
- 27/07/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Ben is inviting the automotive industry to book tickets for the Ben Ball, which takes place at Old Billingsgate Market on 6 December. Ben has reported unprecedented sales to date, with the event set to be an evening full of celebration, awe-inspiring entertainment and festivities. Matt Wigginton, director of [...]