A RECEPTIONIST and telephonist has retired after 23 years with a Durham construction company.
Pat Tarn has taken early retirement from Kier Northern and, at a presentation ceremony, she was thanked for her hard work by managing director William Kay.
He said: "Because the operation runs so smoothly, it is easy to forget, and indeed take for granted, the hard work that goes on behind the scenes.
"Pat has played such an important role for Kier Northern and has been a great ambassador for the company. She will be greatly missed."
She was presented with a watch, a picture, flowers and champagne.
Mrs Tarn plans to spend more time gardening and with her two grandchildren during her retirement.
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