THERE'S a double "birthday" this month at independent insurance brokers Sutcliffe & Co.

Jane Gilbert and Carolyn Rice have notched up 60 years between them with the firm in Foundry Street, Worcester.

Duncan Sutcliffe, director of Sutcliffe & Co, said: "It is rare in this day and age to have one, let alone two, members of staff celebrating their 30th work anniversary and we are honoured both Jane and Carolyn like being members of the Sutcliffe & Co team so much that they haven’t wanted to leave. Both Jane’s and Carolyn’s experience and knowledge is invaluable and we look forward to celebrating many more work anniversaries.”

Mrs Gilbert, who looks after the company’s accounts, said: “While I’m a bit hesitant to admit it’s been 30 years, I’ve enjoyed being part of such a friendly and hard-working family business and helping it go from strength to strength. Here’s to the next 30 years.”

Miss Rice, who deals with a range of Sutcliffe & Co clients, added: “Although the insurance industry has changed significantly since I first started, working with the company, adapting to these changes, and helping businesses across the Three Counties means there is never a dull day and the time has flown by.”