Van and car leasing broker Vanarama has signed a distribution agreement with motor prosecution defence insurance specialist Road Halo to support its insurance brokerage.

Mark Thomson, head of insurance at Vanarama, said: “Offering Road Halo's specialist motor prosecution defence product shows our commitment to offering our customers, who require their vehicle for their livelihood, relevant and usable products. Road Halo is a product that may help protect a customer’s driving licence.”

Richard Davies, sales director at Manchester-based Road Halo, said this latest distribution deal underpinned the company’s wider business strategy.

He added: “Agreeing distribution with Vanarama Insurance highlights our plans to work with businesses that have their customer’s best interest at the core of what they do.

"Many of Vanarama’s customers are hardworking tradespeople who totally depend on driving to make a living and to provide for their families.

“Road Halo is committed to providing access to justice to the everyday motorist when they need it most.”

FPO offences, which include speeding and careless driving - account for the bulk of UK motor prosecutions. However, they are typically excluded from protection under legal expenses cover offered by motor insurers.