Vehicle leasing company Vanarama has launched its Van Hero Awards 2017 which aim to recognise the hard work and dedication of the country's four million van drivers. 

It is the second year the awards have been run and offer drivers the chance to win either a three-year van lease or £5,000.

Andy Alderson, founder and CEO of Vanarama said: “Far too often van drivers get a bad press but the majority are hardworking family people running their own business.

"We want to celebrate their entrepreneurialism and reward them."