A LONG-SERVING court official called her last suspect to the dock yesterday.
Sandra Seddon has worked for South Durham Magistrates' Court, in Darlington, as an usher and administrator for 19 years, but yesterday she hung up her gown and took early retirement.
Mrs Seddon and her music teacher husband, John, have bought a motorhome and are now looking forward to travelling as well as spending more time with their family.
"I have enjoyed working here and I shall miss everyone," she said.
Her friends and colleagues from the court, as well as solicitors, probation officers and youth workers, held a party for Mrs Seddon at Darlington Rugby Club to celebrate her retirement.
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