Long-serving Wigan dinner lady set to retire

In 1995 Sheila Andrews started work cooking meals in what was then known as the Abraham Guest Academy kitchens and today is part of the Dean Trust secondary school, based in Wigan.

She began her career at the school the same year that the prime minister was John Major, the first DVDs were released and Martin Offiah was still playing for Wigan and 27 years later, Sheila is looking forward to her retirement plans.

She has shared that she is going to travel the country with her husband on his motorbike and spend time with her family.

James Haseldine, executive headteacher, said: “Sheila will be greatly missed by the pupils and our team of staff.

"27 years’ service to a community is a very special achievement and we wish her an enjoyable retirement. ”