A COUNCIL employee from Clyro who racked up an impressive 40-year service with the local authority has retired.

Grounds area supervisor Garry Pryce-Mason, who worked at Powys County Council’s (PCC) Ddole Road depot in Llandrindod Wells, was personally thanked by his employers during a special presentation day at County Hall in the town.

PCC board member for local and environmental services Councillor Geraint Hopkins, who offered his gratitude alongside head of service Steve Holdaway, said: "Forty years is a tremendous achievement and we would like to thank Garry for his contribution to the authority's work over the years - we all wish Garry the very best in his retirement."