Leading motor retailer Donnelly Group has recognised its long-serving team members by awarding additional paid annual leave in acknowledgement of their dedication and continued contribution to the business.

In the company’s Dungannon showroom, 15 employees were honoured for reaching significant service milestones with the company.

Those recognised included Stephen Pritchard, who reached a remarkable 25 years with Donnelly Group, Stuart Pedlow, who celebrated an impressive 20 years, and Gary Holmes, Antoine Finn, Brian Kerr, Martin Kelly, Chris Dimitrio and Cathal Skeffington, who reached their ten-year milestones, while Scott McKay and Paul Harvey were recognised for 15 years of dedicated service.

Ida McCartney, Fiona McDowell, Chris Towes, Dermot Vallely and Ian Brown each celebrated five years of service.

Donnolly group celebrates long service milestones at their Dungannon showroom. Credit: Supplied

placeholder image — Donnolly group celebrates long service milestones at their Dungannon showroom. Credit: Supplied

At TBC Conversions, also based in Dungannon and the sister company of Donnelly Group, Malcolm Mwansa and Chloe McMullan were both recognised for achieving five years of service.

Róisín Donnelly, spokesperson for Donnelly Group, said: “Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and long-service milestones are an important opportunity to shine a light on the loyalty and expertise our employees bring to the business.

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“It is especially meaningful to reward so many colleagues who have built their careers with us over many years, helping to shape our culture and uphold the high standards our customers expect.

Malcolm Mwansa and Chloe McMullan were both recognised for achieving five years of service at Donnelly Group sister company TBC Conversions in Dungannon. Credit: Supplied

“Creating an environment where people feel supported, valued and encouraged to progress is a key priority for us, and the strength of long-term service across our locations reflects this focus.”

This year, a total of 40 employees across the Group marked service milestones ranging from five to 30 years, highlighting Donnelly Group’s ongoing commitment to valuing, supporting and retaining its people.

Since the introduction of the initiative, more than 420 employees across the Group have received long service awards.

Employees who reach each five-year service milestone receive an additional day of annual leave, recognising their long-term commitment, experience and contribution to Donnelly Group.

Alongside its long-service recognition programme, Donnelly Group continues to invest in its workforce through competitive pay, an emphasis on work-life balance, and access to ongoing training and development opportunities, supporting employees at every stage of their careers.