As a result of concerns expressed regards the safety of the MAN Appliance Cab and that the Cab did not meet the appropriate European Standard (ECE R29) the Union commissioned advice from a qualified Engineer. This advice is reproduced below. You will see that the conclusion that the Cab does comply with ECE R29 and in fact provides a greater level of protection than a Cab built from steel.
Due to the resignation of Auckland Local Committee Member Chris O'Dea, and the declaration of Josh Nicolls to the position of Auckland Local President, nominations are hereby called for the two vacant Auckland Local Committee positions.
By the closing date for nominations for the position of New Plymouth Local President, the following nomination has been received.
The Auckland Local President election closed at 1700 hours Friday with 89% of those eligible to vote taking part.