YORK law firm Hethertons Solicitors is celebrating 70 years in practice.

Since it was founded in 1947 the business has moved several times, and expanded into Boroubridge.

Today it employs a team of 47 people, led by four directors.

Simon Nellar, the longest serving director, said: “It is amazing to think that our firm has been providing legal help to the people of York and the surrounding area for such a long time.

“I have spent most of my working life with the firm and I have seen it grow to become one of the town’s leading firms.

“Everyone at Hethertons is looking forward to spending this year celebrating our wonderful past, while also looking forward to our exciting future.”