PRIMIS’ ARs will now be able to access Vernon’s range of mortgages alongside its specialist lending knowledge.

Brendan Crowshaw, head of mortgage and savings distribution at Vernon Building Society, said: “This partnership represents another step in our ambitious growth strategy.

“We’re a small, innovative lender with a common-sense, flexible approach to underwriting and a commitment to working with brokers.

“PRIMIS shares our unwavering focus on giving brokers great service and we can’t wait to help its members find lending solutions for their clients.”

Vikki Jefferies, proposition director at PRIMIS, added: “We are delighted to announce the addition of Vernon Building Society to our lender panel, in a move that will provide a range of bespoke lending solutions to all types of borrowers.

“The partnership will allow us to continue providing our advisers with a wide range of products to suit each client’s needs.

“Vernon shares this commitment with us, making the partnership a natural fit.”