Workers at motor giant Land Rover today accepted a pay offer, bringing an end to the threat of further strikes.

The Ford-owned firm has been hit by two walkouts in recent weeks, with the disputes crippling production at its plant in Solihull, west Midlands, and affecting a site at nearby Gaydon.

A fresh ballot was held over an offer worth around 6.5% over two years. The offer had been accepted by 65% of those voting, the Amicus union said.

The Amicus national officer, Duncan Simpson, said it was "great news" that the dispute was over, adding: "We can concentrate on securing a future for our members at Solihull and Gaydon.

"We will be seeking a commitment from the company for long term investment in new products for both centres."

Workers who are members of Amicus and the Transport and General Workers Union backed the offer by 4,326 votes to 2,379, ending a dispute that had also led to an overtime ban and the suspension of working time arrangements.

Eric McDonald, the TGWU's regional industrial organiser, said: "We are pleased that the dispute has now been settled, and maintain the view that this could have been avoided if the company was willing to reopen negotiations earlier."

The Land Rover pay offer was over two years, with 3.5% in year one, and then inflation or 3% in year two. It included agreement to negotiate any changes to working practices with the unions.

A spokeswoman for Land Rover said that the firm was "very pleased" with the ballot result, adding: "It is a fair and balanced offer.

"It provides a background for unions and the company to work together with a shared objective of winning future investment and making Land Rover a world class business."