West Lothian Driving Instructors Association

 
 

Joining the West Lothian Driving Instructors Association

 

Another association, another set of fees. Why bother to join this one?  Well, this one was originally formed in 1992 when a need was seen for instructors to have an opportunity to meet and discuss the workings of our industry in our area. We have had varying amounts of success over the years. but for this type of organization to run well and be efficient takes an active membership. For many and various reasons some people choose not to join, however it is now becoming more important that we, as ADI’s who can be working very much in isolation, have a cohesive organization that can make a difference to our careers and working environment, at all levels.  This group is affiliated to DISC (Driving Instructors Scottish Council) who played a significant part in the change of stance from the DSA in regards to all instructors having to re-sit the part 1 test.  At a local level, by working as a group, we have been able to negotiate a significant price reduction on the excellent Road-Vision in car video recording system, knocking over £100 the price of a comparable system. As a member of the local association, you can attend meetings at which we have specially invited guests speaking on topics related to our business.

The most successful meetings without doubt, are when Tom Lindsay and his staff attend in their own time, sitting through a Questions and Answers session with us giving (and receiving) some very useful information with regard to the area in which we work. In addition therre are frequently useful discussions on the use of various locations in the Bathgate area for maneuvers and reactions from the general public.   Visit the diary page to see a schedule of this years meetings and an outline of a proposed list of speakers and topics. 

Whilst it is recognized that there have been some shortcomings in the past, related to minutes, agendas, locations etc, the effectiveness of the group depends on people being involved. We NEED new ideas and thoughts on the business and therefore welcome input from existing ADI’s, PDI’s and new ADI’s to contribute to the development of our industry.    Whilst work is naturally the main topic of the association, we also have a social side, examples being the Christmas nights out, Go-Karting and 10 pin bowling, each a resounding success and a change from work! So, please give serious thought to joining and attending the meetings, our industry is always changing, DON’T BE LEFT BEHIND! Your input via your association may even influence change.

To join, contact one of the committee members come along to one of the main business meetings (see the diary page) or come along to one of the social functions.  The annual membership is £10 which includes free access to all business meetings and preferential access to the Christmas night out.

 

 

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This page last updated 05/07/2008