Santa is being forced to belt up – in case he falls off his sleigh whizzing through towns at a top speed of 5 mph (8 km/h).

Old Saint Nick was nearly banned from riding on his sleigh when new insurance conditions meant he needed to wear a seatbelt. Luckily a modification to his chariot – in the form of a robust harness – means he can still spread some Christmas cheer.

Source: DailyMail