During the hearing the HSE said the tractor's starter motor had been faulty for at least two months and staff had been starting the engine by using a screwdriver or spanner to short the connection.

BBC: Leicester

At Leicester Magistrates' Court, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) said the tractor had a faulty starter motor.

BBC: Leicester

The court heard Mr Mould had been standing outside the tractor cab to start the motor with a screwdriver when it began moving forward and ran him over.

BBC: Leicester