Below, we highlight the British values and the IMI Professional Standards to underpin the value of what is it to be a british citizen and how we drive up professionalism within the industry.
British values are Democracy, Rule of Law, Respect and Tolerance and Individual Liberty. Fundamental British Values underpin what it is to be a citizen in a modern and diverse Great Britain valuing our community and celebrating diversity of the UK.
The IMI has implemented Professional Standards designed to drive up professionalism within the motor industry. The Professional Standards set a benchmark for industry professionals and fundamentally focus on professional behaviours with the consumer or customer in mind. The Professional Standards have three strands at their core and these are Professional Conduct and Ethics, Professional Competence and Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
Democracy
A culture built upon freedom and equality, where everyone is aware of their rights and responsibilities.
Examples
- Right to vote
- Leadership and accountability
- Joint decision making
- Team meetings
- The right to protest and petition
- Receiving and giving feedback
IMI Professional Standards
- Act as a role model and champion for the industry
- Are environmentally aware and minimise any impact resulting from your work
Rule of Law
The need for rules to make a happy, safe and secure environment to live and work.
Examples
- Legislation
- Agreed ways of working, policies and procedures
- How the law protects you and others
- Codes of conduct
IMI Professional Standards
- Do not bring yourself, others, IMI or the Professional Register into disrepute
- Adhere to the law at all times and raise legitimate concerns of non-compliance
Individual Liberty
Protection of your rights and the right of others you work with. The freedom to hold beliefs and act or express them in line with the law. To make our own choices and understand the rewards and/or consequences of your actions
Examples
- Equality and Human Rights
- Personal Development
- Respect and Dignity
- Rights, choice, consent and individuality
- Values and principles
IMI Professional Standards
- Are accountable and take responsibility for your own actions
- Are honest, courteous and have customer satisfaction at the heart of your work ethic
Respect and Tolerance
Understanding that we all don’t share the same beliefs and values. Respecting the values, ideas and beliefs of others whilst not imposing our own others.
Examples
- Embracing diversity
- The importance of religion, traditions, cultural heritage and preferences
- Stereotyping, labelling and prejudice
- Tackling discrimination
IMI Professional Standards
- Have integrity and treat others with respect and without discrimination
- Work in a safety conscious manner and consider the health and welfare of others
- Protect the confidentiality, security and use of any stored or processed personal data
