Millom - 21st January 2010
Staff at a Millon opticians are celebrating after one of their members received an award.
Jackie Clough, branch manager of Conlons opticians, received a Long Standing Achievement Award for her dedication to the company.
The accolade was presented to her at the company's annual awards ceremony in Birmingham by Conlons chairman Mike Barton.
Mrs Clough has worked for the company for 15 years, 13 of which at the Wellington Street branch. The grandmother-of-one said: "Everyone gets an award after 15 years working at the company.
"I would like to thank everyone who made it possible for me to receive the award.
"If it weren't for the customers supporting the business it wouldn't have happened.
"It was a very lovely night. It is fantastic."
Conlons opened a store in Millom 15 years ago and is the town's only opticians.
Mr Barton said: "Jackie has proved that her positive attitude and tight controls are a winning formula for success.
"She has consistently provided a top level of service to the company and we'd like to thank her for her loyalty, hard work and dedication over the years."
Conlons was founded in Liverpool in 1882 and now has 18 branches.